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Canvas Print : Vought OS2U-2 Kingfisher-departs USS Texas
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Vought OS2U-2 Kingfisher-departs USS Texas
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Media ID 14224083
© Hugh W. Cowin Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
Experience the timeless beauty of aviation history with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring the iconic image of a Vought OS2U-2 Kingfisher taking off from the USS Texas. This captivating photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings to life the rich history of naval aviation. The high-quality canvas print, with its vibrant colors and stunning detail, is sure to make a bold statement in any room. Relive the past and add a touch of nostalgia to your home or office decor. Order your Media Storehouse Canvas Print today and bring history to life.
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 takeoff for a Vought OS2U-2 Kingfisher aircraft from the flight deck of the USS Texas, during World War II. The USS Texas, an American fleet battleship commissioned in 1940, played a significant role in the Pacific Theater, providing fire support and engaging in battles such as the Battle of Guadalcanal. The Vought OS2U-2 Kingfisher, affectionately known as the "Olle," was a versatile observation and utility aircraft used extensively by the United States Navy and Marine Corps during the war. Its distinctive biplane configuration and large float landing gear made it an ideal choice for operating from ships at sea. In this image, the Kingfisher, with its powerful propellers churning the water, is seen making its way down the flight deck, ready for takeoff. The crew members on the flight deck, dressed in their aviator gear and helmets, are poised to assist in the process. The aircraft's wings are folded, and the tail hook is lowered, preparing for the arrestor wires that will help bring the plane to a safe stop once it touches down on the carrier's deck after its mission. The photograph beautifully encapsulates the thrill and intensity of aircraft operations at sea during wartime. The determination and skill of the pilots and crew members, combined with the ingenuity of the aircraft and the might of the USS Texas, made for a formidable force in the defense of freedom and democracy during World War II.
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