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Canvas Print : Crashed Heinkel HE-111 Bomber; Second World War, 1940
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Crashed Heinkel HE-111 Bomber; Second World War, 1940
Illustration showing a crashed German Heinkel HE-111 bomber burning in a wood in Essex, 18th June 1940. This bomber had taken part in one of the large air-raids on London and was flying home when it was shot down by anti-aircraft artillery
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Air Craft Anti Artillery Burning Crashed Essex Heinkel Raids Shot
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating Crashed Heinkel HE-111 Bomber Canvas Print from Media Storehouse. This historic image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you back in time to the Second World War, 1940. Witness the aftermath of a fierce air raid as a German Heinkel HE-111 bomber lies crashed and engulfed in flames in a wooded area of Essex. The haunting scene serves as a poignant reminder of the past, making this canvas print an intriguing addition to any home or office space. With its high-quality finish and vibrant colors, this print is sure to evoke emotion and spark conversation. Bring history to life with the Crashed Heinkel HE-111 Bomber Canvas Print from Media Storehouse.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative illustration depicts the aftermath of the crash landing of a German Heinkel HE-111 bomber in a wooded area of Essex, England on the evening of June 18, 1940. The Heinkel HE-111, a formidable long-range bomber used extensively by the German Luftwaffe during World War II, had taken part in one of the large-scale air raids on London earlier that day. As it flew back towards German territory, the aircraft was relentlessly pursued by British anti-aircraft artillery, which finally brought it down in the dense forest. The image captures the moment of impact, with the bomber engulfed in flames, its wings and fuselage twisted and broken. The trees around it are scarred by the force of the crash, and the surrounding landscape is bathed in an eerie orange glow from the burning wreckage. The scene is one of destruction and chaos, a stark reminder of the devastating impact of aerial warfare during this pivotal period in world history. The Heinkel HE-111 was a formidable aircraft, capable of carrying a heavy bomb load and flying long distances. Its appearance over London during the summer of 1940 was a terrifying sight for the civilian population, who lived in constant fear of air raids. The crash of this particular aircraft marked a small victory for the British forces, but the war was far from over. The battle for the skies would continue for years to come, with both sides pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation in their quest for air supremacy.
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