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An Avro Vulcan B2 gives a birthday salute to Barnes Wallace
An Avro Vulcan B2 gives a birthday salute to Sir Barnes Wallis in September 1977. Date: 1977
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1977 Avro Barnes Birthday Salute Vulcan Wallis
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 15cm x 10.6cm (5.9" x 4.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this historic photograph, an Avro Vulcan B2 bomber plane performs a birthday salute to the legendary British engineer, Sir Barnes Wallis, as it flies over his home in September 1977. Sir Barnes Wallis, who turned 91 that year, was a pioneering figure in the field of aviation and military technology, best known for his innovative designs, including the bouncing bomb used during the Dambusters raid in World War II. The Avro Vulcan B2, a iconic British jet-powered strategic bomber, was a testament to the advanced engineering capabilities of the time. With its distinctive delta wing design and ability to carry nuclear weapons, the Vulcan was a formidable aircraft that served in the Royal Air Force from the late 1950s until the late 1980s. On this day in 1977, the Vulcan, with its powerful engines roaring, flew over Sir Barnes Wallis's home as a special tribute to mark his birthday. The pilot skillfully maneuvered the plane into a perfect salute formation, creating a memorable moment for the engineering legend and those who gathered to celebrate his milestone birthday. This photograph captures the essence of the close relationship between Sir Barnes Wallis and the Avro Vulcan B2, a testament to the ingenuity and innovation that defined both the man and the aircraft. The image serves as a reminder of the significant contributions Sir Barnes Wallis made to the field of aviation and military technology, and the enduring legacy of the Avro Vulcan B2 as a symbol of British engineering excellence.
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