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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
Greetings Card Large (A4)
Add a touch of history to your mail with our stunning range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring the Royal Navy Vought Kingfisher I. This iconic image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library at Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you back to 1943 with the sight of this vintage seaplane in action. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone looking to send a unique and thoughtful message, our cards are printed on high-quality paper and come with a matching envelope. Bring a piece of the past into the present with our Royal Navy Vought Kingfisher I greeting cards.
Create your own large greetings card. Size when folded is A4 (21x30cm or 8.3x11.7 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 29.7cm (8.3" x 11.7")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 29.7cm (16.5" x 11.7")
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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