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Gloster Meteor III
Gloster Meteor III of 616 Squadron RAF, Germany April 1945
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 702035
© RAF Museum 2008 - All Rights Reserved
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of aviation history with our exquisite Fine Art Print of the Gloster Meteor III, captured by renowned photographer Charles E. Brown during its service with the Royal Air Force (RAF) in Germany, April 1945. This stunning image of 616 Squadron's iconic jet is part of our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. Each print is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring vivid colors and exceptional detail that bring the past to life. Add this timeless piece to your home or office to inspire and captivate all who see it.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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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This evocative photograph captures the essence of the final days of World War II in Europe, as seen through the lens of acclaimed Royal Air Force (RAF) photographer Charles E. Brown. The image depicts a Gloster Meteor III jet fighter of 616 Squadron, RAF, stationed at an airfield in Germany in April 1945. The Meteor III, a British-designed and manufactured single-seat, twin-engine jet fighter, was the first operational jet fighter in the world. It entered service with the RAF in 1944 and quickly proved its worth in combat, becoming a crucial asset in the Allied air campaign against the Axis powers. In this photograph, the Meteor III sits proudly on the tarmac, its sleek lines and powerful engines a testament to the technological advancements of the time. The aircraft's markings identify it as belonging to 616 Squadron, a renowned unit that saw extensive action during the war. The squadron was part of the Second Tactical Air Force and played a key role in supporting ground forces during the D-Day landings and the subsequent advance into Germany. The background of the photograph reveals the harsh reality of the post-war landscape. The wreckage of destroyed aircraft and the remnants of wartime infrastructure are scattered around the airfield, a poignant reminder of the devastation and destruction caused by the conflict. The Meteor III, however, stands defiantly against this backdrop, a symbol of the RAF's resilience and determination in the face of adversity. Charles E. Brown's photograph is a powerful reminder of the pivotal role the RAF played in the outcome of World War II and the technological innovations that shaped the course of military aviation history.
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