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Vickers Wellington
Vickers Wellington III of 419 Squadron RCAF, 27 May 1942
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 702066
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the stunning Vickers Wellington poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an iconic image by Charles E. Brown from the Royal Air Force Museum. This captivating poster brings to life the history and legacy of the Vickers Wellington III, as seen in this evocative photograph of a aircraft from 419 Squadron RCAF, taken on 27 May 1942. With its rich detail and vibrant colors, this poster is not just a decorative piece, but a testament to the courage and history of the RAF during World War II. Add this inspiring addition to your home or office space and let the story of the Vickers Wellington live on.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 52.9cm x 42cm (20.8" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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
In this evocative photograph, a Vickers Wellington III bomber of 419 Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF), taxis on the grassy tarmac of an airfield during the spring of 1942. The image, captured by renowned aviation photographer Charles E. Brown for the Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum, offers a glimpse into the daily life of the Allied air forces during World War II. The Vickers Wellington, a versatile and iconic British bomber, played a significant role in the RAF's strategic bombing campaign against Nazi Germany. The 419 Squadron, formed in Canada in 1941, was one of several RCAF units that contributed to the Allied war effort. The Wellington III, with its distinctive rounded fuselage and twin engines, is seen here in its natural habitat – the airfield. The aircraft's crew, dressed in their flying gear, are busy preparing for their next mission. The ground crew, dressed in their uniforms, are in the process of refueling and arming the bomber. The scene is one of purposeful activity, as the Allied forces ramped up their efforts to counter the Axis Powers' advances. The photograph captures the essence of the war effort – the relentless cycle of preparation, execution, and recovery. It serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who served in the RAF and RCAF during World War II. The image also highlights the crucial role that the Royal Air Force Museum plays in preserving the history of the RAF and its contributions to the defense of the United Kingdom and its allies.
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