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Antique Framed Print : RAF Squadron Gloster Javelin Based at Duxford in 1950S
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RAF Squadron Gloster Javelin Based at Duxford in 1950S
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14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.9cm (9.6" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the sleek lines and powerful presence of a Gloster Javelin fighter jet, parked outside at RAF Duxford in the 1950s. The image offers a glimpse into the rich history of the Royal Air Force (RAF) and the advanced technology of the time. The Gloster Javelin, a twin-engined, all-weather, supersonic interceptor, was a formidable addition to the RAF fleet during the Cold War era. Its distinctive shape, with its swept wings and delta configuration, made it a striking sight on the tarmac. RAF Duxford, located in Cambridgeshire, England, was an important base for the RAF during the 1950s. It was home to various squadrons, including those flying the Gloster Javelin. The base was a hub of activity, with aircraft taking off and landing regularly, and this photograph captures the hustle and bustle of daily operations. The Javelin was a significant advancement in aviation technology, capable of reaching supersonic speeds and equipped with advanced radar and weapon systems. Its introduction marked a new era in air defense, and it served with distinction in various conflicts and peacekeeping missions. This photograph is an invaluable archival record of a bygone era in aviation history. The Javelin's sleek lines and powerful presence continue to captivate viewers, offering a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the incredible advances in technology that have shaped the skies we know today.
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