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Canvas Print : Lieutenant Guynemer, French military aviator, in flight
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Lieutenant Guynemer, French military aviator, in flight
Lieutenant Georges-Marie Guynemer (1894-1917), famous French military aviator, who was killed in action during the First World War. Seen here in full flight. Date: 1915-1917
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating Canvas Print of Lieutenant Guynemer, a tribute to the bravery and heroism of the renowned French military aviator. This stunning image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, portrays Guynemer in full flight, embodying the spirit of adventure and the thrill of early aviation during the First World War. Each Canvas Print in the Media Storehouse range is meticulously crafted using premium materials and vibrant inks, ensuring a museum-quality finish that brings history to life in your home or office. Add this inspiring piece of military history to your collection and let the story of Lieutenant Guynemer's courage and determination be a constant reminder of the past.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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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In this evocative photograph, the daring figure of Lieutenant Georges-Marie Guynemer (1894-1917) is captured mid-flight, embodying the courage and determination of the early military aviators during the First World War. Known as the "Ace of Aces" of the French Air Force, Guynemer was a legendary figure who shot down an impressive 54 enemy planes, making him the most successful fighter pilot of the war. The image shows Guynemer in the cockpit of his Nieuport 11 fighter plane, his intense focus and concentration evident as he scans the sky for enemy targets. The roar of the engine and the rush of wind through his goggles would have been palpable in this moment, as the young lieutenant pushed the limits of technology and bravery to protect his country. Guynemer's story is one of heroism and sacrifice. He joined the French military aviation corps in 1914, and quickly distinguished himself as a skilled pilot and fearless fighter. His successes in the air earned him numerous decorations, including the Legion of Honor and the Croix de Guerre. However, his luck ran out on September 11, 1917, when he was shot down during a dogfight over the battlefield of Chateau-Thierry. Guynemer's tragic death at the age of just 23 made headlines around the world, and he became a symbol of the sacrifices made by the young men who fought in the skies during the Great War. This powerful photograph is a testament to the bravery and skill of Lieutenant Guynemer and the other military aviators who took to the skies during the First World War. It is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the enduring legacy of the heroes who gave their lives in the pursuit of victory.
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