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Antique Framed Print : Engine fitters at work, RAF Bottesford 1942
Framed Photos from Royal Air Force
Engine fitters at work, RAF Bottesford 1942
Avro Lancaster I on ground, engine fitters of 207 Squadron at work on starboard engines, RAF Bottesford, 1942
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 3667567
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
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
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.4cm (9.6" x 7.2")
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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In this evocative black-and-white photograph taken by Charles E. Brown for the Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum, we witness the dedication and skill of the engine fitters of 207 Squadron at work during World War II. The scene unfolds at RAF Bottesford, a vital airbase in Nottinghamshire, England, where the squadron was based. The Avro Lancaster I bomber, a symbol of the RAF's resilience and power during the war, stands proudly in the foreground with its wings spread wide. The starboard engines are the focus of the engine fitters' attention, their faces etched with concentration as they meticulously work on the complex machinery. The intricate details of the engines are on full display, with tools and spare parts scattered around them. The year is 1942, and the war effort was in full swing. The Lancaster bomber, with its impressive payload capacity and long range, had become a crucial asset in the RAF's strategic bombing campaign against Nazi Germany. The engine fitters' role was essential, as they ensured that these magnificent machines remained in top condition and were ready for their next sortie. The photograph captures the intensity and urgency of the wartime environment, with the engine fitters working under the watchful eyes of their supervisors and the ever-present threat of enemy action looming in the background. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and dedication of the RAF personnel during World War II, and the vital role that engine fitters played in maintaining the RAF's formidable fleet of bombers. Charles E. Brown's photograph is a testament to the human spirit and the indomitable determination of the men and women who served in the RAF during World War II. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of teamwork, perseverance, and the relentless pursuit of excellence in the face of adversity.
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