Banshee Collection

McLaren Showman's Conversion number 1713 The Banshee, reg. NH3998, at Ryhill on 17 June 1972. Date: 1972

McDonnell F2H-2 Banshee 125052, on display at the USS Lexington Museum On The Bay, Corpus Christi, TX. Date: circa 2000

McDonnell F2H-4 Banshee 127693, on display at Aviation Historical Park, NAS Oceana. Date: circa 2000

McDonnell F2H-2 Banshee 124994
United States Navy - McDonnell F2H-2 Banshee 124994 (msn 298), from Miramar Naval Air Station. Date: circa 1957

Collision in the Irish Channel between the Irene and the Banshee (litho)
1596163 Collision in the Irish Channel between the Irene and the Banshee (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Terrible Vengeance, 1874 (litho)
CHT167948 Terrible Vengeance, 1874 (litho) by Makovsky, Vladimir Egorovic (1846-1920); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Leaves from the Sketch-Book of an Officer with the Channel Squadron (engraving)
1605689 Leaves from the Sketch-Book of an Officer with the Channel Squadron (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The "Banshee", Mail Steamer (engraving)
1096164 The " Banshee", Mail Steamer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Banshee", Mail Steamer)

McDonnell F2H-4 Banshee 127683
United States Navy - McDonnell F2H-4 Banshee 127683 (msn 287) Date: circa 1955

United States Navy - McDonnell F2H-2 Banshee 125065 (msn 394) Date: circa 1960

United States Navy - McDonnell F2H-3 Banshee 127511 ( base code NP, call-sign 81), of VC-3. The wing-tips show the mounting-pylon for thw 200 US gallon wing-tip drop tanks. 1955: VC-3 as NP 106

United States Navy - McDonnell F2H-1 Banshee 123015 (msn 56, unit code R, call-sign 4 ) of VF-171. Date: circa 1952

United States Navy - McDonnell F2H-2N Banshee 123307 (msn 170, unit code NA:, call-sign 95) of VC-4. The F2H-2N was a single-seat night-fighter with an AN-APS-19 radar in the nose

United States Navy - McDonnell F2H-2P Banshee 125683 (msn 324), call-sign 22, unit code PL, of VC-62. ? as PL-903. 1957: VFP-62 as GA-919. Date: late 1950s

FOLKLORE / BANSHEES
over the rooftops... Date: 1898

The Banshee of the O Neills, Shanes Castle
The Banshee of the O Neill S, Shanes Castle - a copy of a painting. (Location: Ireland). Date: circa early 1900s

I saw the banshee flying, wild in the Wind of March... 1912

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Banshee wailing to foretell death in an Irish village. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Banshee Tower, Shanes Castle - a view of the derelict tower. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Antrim). Date: circa early 1900s

Banshee Tower, Shanes Castle, Co. Antrim - a view of a derelict tower within the castle grounds. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Antrim). Date: circa early 1900s

McDonnell F2H-3 Banshee, 126306, of the Royal Canadian Navy

McDonnell XF2H-1 Banshee

McDonnell F2H-2 Banshee, 123275

McDonnell F2H Banshee

McDonnell F2H-2P Banshee, 123366

McDonnell F2H-1 Banshee, 122537

The second McDonnell XF2D-1 Banshee, 99859, demonstrates?
The second McDonnell XF2D-1 Banshee, 99859, demonstrates its kneeling ability

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McDonnell F2H-3 Banshee 126292
McDonnell F2H-3 Banshee, 126292

McDonnell F2H-2P Banshee 123366
McDonnell F2H-2P Banshee, 123366

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Folklore / Banshees
An Irish BANSHEE sits dolefully by a river, sometimes weeping, sometimes wailing

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The Banshee, a legendary and fearsome creature of Irish folklore, has inspired various interpretations throughout history. However, in the realm of aviation and military machinery, the name "Banshee" takes on a different meaning. One notable mention is the McDonnell F2H-1 Banshee with serial number 122537. This aircraft served as an integral part of the United States Navy during its time. Its sleek design and powerful engine made it a force to be reckoned with in aerial combat. Another remarkable variant is the McLaren Showman's Conversion number 1713 The Banshee. This unique transformation showcased the versatility of this aircraft model, proving that it could adapt to different roles beyond its original purpose. As technology advanced, so did the Banshee's capabilities. The McDonnell F2H-2 Banshee with serial number 125052 introduced enhanced features and improvements over its predecessor. It became a symbol of innovation and progress within naval aviation. The McDonnell F2H-4 Banshees also left their mark in history. Serial numbers 127693 and 127683 represented advancements in performance and weaponry systems, solidifying their reputation as formidable fighters. However, not all mentions of "Banshee" are related to aircraft alone. An intriguing lithograph depicts a collision between two vessels: Irene and the Banshee in the Irish Channel. This artwork captures both tragedy and chaos amidst turbulent waters. In another artistic representation titled "Terrible Vengeance, " we see how artists have interpreted this mythical figure's role as an omen or harbinger of doom throughout centuries past. Furthermore, engravings like "Leaves from the Sketch-Book of an Officer with the Channel Squadron" depict scenes where sailors encountered eerie encounters at sea while aboard ships named after this supernatural being - such as "The 'Banshee, ' Mail Steamer.