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Canvas Print : Messerschmitt Me-163C Komet
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Messerschmitt Me-163C Komet
Luftwaffe Messerschmitt Me-163 V6 Komet Prototype (For C-Series) During Engine Start-Up / Anlassen Date: 1940s
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20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This captivating image showcases the Messerschmitt Me-163C Komet prototype, a groundbreaking rocket-powered interceptor used by the Luftwaffe during the 1940s. Sourced from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, this high-quality print features the Me-163C undergoing engine start-up, capturing the essence of innovation and aviation history. Our canvas prints are made using premium materials and printing techniques to ensure vibrant colors and sharp details, making it an exceptional addition to any home or office decor. Order yours today and relive the past in brilliant detail.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 photograph captures the moment of excitement and innovation during the start-up of the Messerschmitt Me-163C Komet prototype, a groundbreaking rocket-powered fighter aircraft of the German Luftwaffe during the 1940s. The image, taken in the midst of World War II, showcases the determination and technological prowess of the German military in pushing the boundaries of aviation. The Me-163C Komet, designed by Alexander Lippisch and his team, was the first operational rocket-powered interceptor aircraft in history. Its distinctive shape and unique design, featuring a reusable liquid-fueled rocket engine, set new standards for speed and agility. The Me-163C was capable of reaching a top speed of over 600 kilometers per hour (373 miles per hour), making it a formidable weapon in the skies. The photograph depicts the Me-163C prototype during the engine start-up process, an essential step in preparing the aircraft for a test flight. The intense concentration of the ground crew, the hissing sound of the igniting fuel, and the plume of smoke rising from the engine are all testament to the power and complexity of this revolutionary aircraft. The Me-163C Komet holds a significant place in aviation history as the first production rocket-powered fighter aircraft and a record breaker of its time. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, reminding us of the ingenuity and ambition that drove the development of military aviation technology during the 1940s.
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