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Royal Navy Vought Kingfisher I
Royal Navy Vought Kingfisher I (equivalent to US Navy OS2U-3) Date: 1943
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Media ID 20028448
© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of aviation with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This stunning piece features the Royal Navy Vought Kingfisher I, captured in 1943 by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. The Kingfisher I, equivalent to the US Navy OS2U-3, is a historic aircraft that played a crucial role in the Royal Navy's fleet during World War II. Bring this iconic moment in aviation history into your home or office with our museum-quality print. Each print is meticulously produced using archival-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that will last a lifetime. Order now and relive the past with a work of art that tells a story.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 43.4cm (16.5" x 17.1")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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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1. Title: Royal Navy's Vought Kingfisher I Patrolling the Skies in 1943 This evocative photograph captures the sleek and powerful form of a Royal Navy Vought Kingfisher I, a British maritime patrol aircraft equivalent to the US Navy OS2U-3, soaring through the clouds in 1943. The Kingfisher I, a single-engine, biplane torpedo bomber, was a crucial asset for the Royal Navy during World War II, providing long-range reconnaissance, anti-submarine warfare capabilities, and support for amphibious landings. The image reveals the aircraft's distinctive features, including its large wings, fixed undercarriage, and prominent tail fin. The Kingfisher I was armed with a single forward-firing machine gun and could carry up to 1,000 pounds of bombs or a torpedo. The cockpit is visible, with the pilot and observer seated side by side, their focused expressions suggesting the intensity of their mission. The photograph offers a glimpse into the heroic endeavors of the Royal Navy during the war. The Kingfisher I played a vital role in protecting British convoys from U-boat attacks, patrolling the vast expanses of the Atlantic Ocean, and conducting reconnaissance missions over enemy territory. The aircraft's ability to fly at high altitudes and for extended periods made it an invaluable asset in the Royal Navy's arsenal. This photograph is an essential reminder of the courage and determination of the Royal Navy personnel who flew these aircraft during World War II. The Kingfisher I, with its unyielding presence in the skies, symbolizes the resilience and resourcefulness of the British forces in the face of adversity.
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