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Canvas Print : Oswald Boelcke, German aviator
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Oswald Boelcke, German aviator
Oswald Boelcke (1891 1916), German flying ace of World War One. Boelcke is considered the father of the German fighter air force, and first to formalize rules of air fighting, which he presented as the Dicta Boelcke. He taught Manfred von Richthofen, the Red Baron. Photographed here after landing his Fokker monoplane type E.III, seen in the distance
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Aviator Fokker I Ii Mono Plane Oswald
20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
"Bring history to life with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic image of Oswald Boelcke, the German aviator and founding father of the German fighter air force, this print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and aviation aficionados. Meticulously reproduced from an original photograph by Mary Evans Prints Online, this canvas print captures the essence of Boelcke's legacy as the first to formalize rules of air fighting during World War One. Add a touch of historical significance to your home or office décor with this stunning and authentic piece."
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the determined and focused expression of Oswald Boelcke, the pioneering German aviator and flying ace of World War One. Boelcke, born in 1891, is considered the father of the German fighter air force and the first to formalize rules of air combat, which he presented as the Dicta Boelcke. His teachings were instrumental in shaping the tactics of the German fighter pilots, including the renowned Red Baron, Manfred von Richthofen. In this image, Boelcke is seen after landing his Fokker monoplane type E.III, its distinctive shape visible in the distance against the backdrop of a cloud-speckled sky. Boelcke's uniform, adorned with the Iron Cross First Class, attests to his military rank and accomplishments. The aviator's goggles rest on the cockpit, and his leather flying helmet lies nearby, a testament to the rigors of his daring exploits in the skies. Boelcke's legacy extended beyond the battlefield, as he was also a prolific writer and theorist on aviation matters. His influential book, "The Art of Destroying Airplanes," published in 1914, provided valuable insights into the principles of aerial combat and remains a seminal work in military aviation history. Tragically, Boelcke's life was cut short when he was killed in action in 1916, leaving behind an indelible mark on the annals of aviation history.
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