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Canvas Print : WW1 - Double-sized German biplane debut over Poelcappelle
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WW1 - Double-sized German biplane debut over Poelcappelle
WW1 - The new extra-sized German fighter biplane shown making its debut in the war. It was nicknamed Fritz by the British. Illustrated here in first flight, it was fought and driven off after apparently having been hit by a British aeroplane. It had double-fuselage, two engines, two propellers, plus a central armoured-car with machine-guns. It was manned by two gunners and the pilot. The action took place over Poelcapelle, in West Flanders. Date: circa 1915
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Media ID 14224812
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Action Armoured Aviators Biplane Debut Double Enemy Engines Fuselage Germans Gunners Guns Pilot Pilots Propellers Sized Poelcappelle
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Canvas Print collection: "WW1 - Double-sized German biplane debut over Poelcappelle." This captivating image, rights-managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the early days of World War I. Witness the awe-inspiring debut of the new extra-size German fighter biplane, as it takes to the skies for the first time in combat. Known by the Allies as "Fritz," this formidable aircraft left an indelible mark on the war. Bring this piece of history into your home or office with our high-quality canvas prints, expertly crafted to bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of this iconic image. Experience the thrill of the past, one print at a time.
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 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking print captures the debut of a double-sized German biplane, nicknamed "Fritz" by the British, during the turbulent skies of World War I. Circa 1915, this extraordinary aircraft made its first appearance over the battlefield of Poelcappelle in West Flanders. With its distinctive double-fuselage, two engines, two propellers, and a central armored-car armed with machine guns, this formidable flying machine was manned by two gunners and a pilot. The image illustrates the biplane in its initial flight, having reportedly been engaged in a fierce dogfight with British aeroplanes. Despite appearing to have been hit, the German aircraft managed to fly off, showcasing its impressive size and power. This innovative design, with its advanced features, represented a significant advancement in aviation technology during the war. The audacity of the German aviators to take to the skies in such a large and complex machine underscores the determination and ingenuity of both sides in their quest for aerial supremacy. This historical photograph provides a captivating glimpse into the thrilling and dangerous world of early aviation during the First World War.
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