Photographic Print : Potez 6311 -the French built over 700 to fill various r
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Potez 6311 -the French built over 700 to fill various r
Potez 6311 -the French built over 700 to fill various roles including fighters, light bomber and reconnaissance Underpowered they were ready prey to German fighters
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Media ID 14223387
© Hugh W. Cowin Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Fighters Fill Including Potez Prey Ready Reconnaissance Roles Bomber
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring the iconic Potez 6311 aircraft. This captivating image, sourced from Rights Managed at Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the French-built Potez 6311 – a versatile aircraft that saw production of over 700 units. Deployed in various roles including fighters, light bombers, and reconnaissance, these agile planes were a common sight in the skies during wartime. Despite their underpowered engines, they valiantly filled their intended purposes. Add this historical and visually striking print to your collection and bring a piece of aviation history into your home or office.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 18.9cm (12" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the Potez 6311, a versatile French-built aircraft that saw service during World War II. With over 700 units produced, this aircraft filled various roles in the French Air Force, including fighters, light bombers, and reconnaissance planes. Despite their agility and maneuverability, the Potez 6311s were underpowered and vulnerable to German fighters. The Potez 6311 was a single-engine, low-wing monoplane with a metal fuselage and wooden wings. Its open cockpit accommodated one pilot, and it was armed with two machine guns and the option for bombs or rockets. Its versatility made it a valuable asset to the French military, but its performance limitations left it at a disadvantage against more advanced German aircraft. This photograph showcases the Potez 6311 in its reconnaissance role, with its camera equipment visible in the cockpit. The plane's distinctive markings and weathered finish speak to its years of service, while the barren landscape and clear blue sky create a sense of isolation and vulnerability. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the brave pilots who flew these planes in the face of adversity during the war. The Potez 6311's legacy continues to be felt in the annals of aviation history, as a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the French military during a time of great conflict.
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