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Avro Lancaster
Avro Lancaster B.I aircraft of 207 Squadron RAF, 20 June 1942
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 701999
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10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Mounted Photos from Media Storehouse. This particular piece features an iconic image of an Avro Lancaster B.I aircraft of 207 Squadron RAF, captured by renowned photographer Charles E. Brown on 20 June 1942 at the RAF Museum. Each Mounted Photo is meticulously printed on premium photo paper and mounted on high-quality foam core board, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the past into the present. Add this historic Avro Lancaster image to your home or office to inspire and captivate, and relive the stories of bravery and innovation from the Royal Air Force.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.3cm x 15.2cm (7.2" x 6")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the raw power and determination of the Avro Lancaster B.I bomber of 207 Squadron RAF, as it prepares for a nighttime mission over Europe during World War II. Taken by renowned photographer Charles E. Brown on 20 June 1942, this image is a poignant reminder of the courage and sacrifice of the Royal Air Force (RAF) aircrew who flew these iconic aircraft. The Avro Lancaster, a British four-engine heavy bomber, was a key asset in the RAF's strategic bombing campaign against Nazi Germany. With a maximum bomb load of over 14,000 pounds, it could carry a larger payload than any other Allied bomber, making it an essential tool in the RAF's arsenal. In this photograph, we see the Lancaster taxing on the runway, its powerful engines roaring, ready to take off into the night. The ground crew, clad in their distinctive RAF uniforms, work diligently to ensure the aircraft is ready for its mission. The red and white markings on the fuselage and wings identify it as belonging to 207 Squadron, based at RAF Graveley in England. The Lancaster's distinctive silhouette, with its bomb bay doors open and bomb bay doors closed, is a testament to the RAF's relentless commitment to bringing the war to the enemy. The dark, ominous sky overhead adds to the sense of urgency and danger, reminding us of the high stakes involved in these nighttime raids. Charles E. Brown's photograph is a powerful reminder of the vital role the Avro Lancaster and the RAF played in the outcome of World War II. It is a testament to the bravery and determination of the men and women who served in the RAF during this time, and a reminder of the sacrifices they made in the name of freedom and democracy.
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