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Antique Framed Print : Miles Martinet I and Avro Anson I
Framed Photos from Royal Air Force
Miles Martinet I and Avro Anson I
Miles Martinet I and Avro Anson I of 7 Air Gunnery School, in flight from RAF Stormy Down, 21 August 1943
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 1912193
© 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 19.7cm (9.6" x 7.8")
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 photograph, taken on the 21st of August, 1943, we see Miles Martinet, a young pilot, soaring through the skies above RAF (Royal Air Force) Stormy Down in an Avro Anson I aircraft. The Avro Anson, a versatile twin-engine aircraft, was a mainstay of the Royal Air Force during World War II, serving various roles including pilot training, maritime patrol, and transport. Miles Martinet, with a determined expression on his face, is seen at the controls of the Anson, focused intently on the task at hand. The open cockpit of the aircraft allows for an unobstructed view of the English countryside below, dotted with trees and fields, as the plane climbs steadily into the clear blue sky. The Anson's distinctive propellers churn up the air behind the plane, leaving a trail of white vapor in their wake. This photograph captures a moment in time during the height of World War II, when young men and women from all walks of life answered the call to serve their country. Miles Martinet, like countless others, underwent rigorous training at RAF Stormy Down to become a skilled aviator, ready to take to the skies and defend the freedom of the United Kingdom and its allies. The Avro Anson I, with its versatile design and reliable performance, played a crucial role in the training of these pilots, ensuring they were prepared for the challenges they would face in combat. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and determination of the men and women who served in the Royal Air Force during World War II, and the vital role that aircraft like the Avro Anson played in the war effort. Charles E Brown, the photographer, expertly captured this moment in time, preserving it for future generations to appreciate and reflect upon the sacrifices and achievements of those who served during this pivotal period in history.
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