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Mustangs leaving the Mersey Tunnel
Convoy of P-51 Mustang aircraft leaving the Mersey Tunnel, Liverpool
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 4487610
© Crown Copyright, Royal Air Force Museum
United States Army Air Force World War Two Usaaf
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 evocative black-and-white photograph, a convoy of P-51 Mustang aircraft makes its way out of the Mersey Tunnel in Liverpool, England, during World War II. The United States Army Air Force (USAAF) pilots, clad in their distinctive leather flying helmets and goggles, gaze intently out of their cockpits as they navigate the narrow, dimly lit passageway. The Mustangs, powerful and sleek, are silhouetted against the bright Liverpool sky, their wings glinting in the sunlight. The Mersey Tunnel, an engineering marvel of its time, was a vital transportation link during the war, serving as a crucial entry point for Allied forces and supplies entering the UK. The sight of these American-made Mustangs, symbols of airpower and freedom, leaving the tunnel in formation is a testament to the vital role the USAAF played in the defense of Europe. The P-51 Mustang, a versatile and formidable fighter plane, was a favorite among Allied pilots for its speed, maneuverability, and long range. Its powerful engines, capable of reaching over 400 miles per hour, made it an effective interceptor against enemy aircraft and a valuable asset in long-range escort missions. As the Mustangs exit the tunnel, they prepare to take to the skies above the Irish Sea, ready to defend the skies over Europe and contribute to the Allied victory in World War II. The photograph captures a moment of determination and courage, as these brave pilots embark on their missions, leaving the safety of the tunnel behind and facing the challenges of the battlefield ahead.
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