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Framed Print : Fairey Barracuda II
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Fairey Barracuda II
Fairey Barracuda II aircraft in flight 25 November 1945
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 1881309
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Fairey Barracuda II" by Charles E Brown from the Royal Air Force Museum. This stunning aviation artwork captures the iconic moment of the Fairey Barracuda II in flight on 25 November 1945. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted with high-quality materials to showcase the intricate details of this historic aircraft. The vibrant colors and crisp lines bring the image to life, making it a perfect addition to any home or office. The frame adds a touch of sophistication and completes the presentation, creating a stunning centerpiece that is sure to impress. Experience the thrill of aviation history with this beautiful Framed Print from Media Storehouse.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking photograph captures the moment of takeoff for a Fairey Barracuda II aircraft of the Royal Air Force (RAF) on 25 November 1945. The Barracuda II, a twin-engine, all-metal torpedo bomber, was a postwar development of the successful Fairey Barracuda I, which had seen extensive action during World War II. The Barracuda II was designed to meet the RAF's requirements for a modern, versatile maritime strike aircraft capable of carrying a range of weapons, including torpedoes, bombs, and rockets. This particular aircraft, serial number WK165, was assigned to 825 Naval Air Squadron, part of the Fleet Air Arm, the aviation branch of the Royal Navy. The Barracuda II's sleek lines and powerful engines made it a formidable presence in the skies, and its advanced avionics and weapon systems allowed it to effectively carry out a range of maritime strike missions. Despite entering service late in the war, the Barracuda II saw limited action during the Malayan Emergency and the Indonesian National Revolution before being phased out of service in the late 1950s. This photograph, taken by renowned aviation photographer Charles E. Brown, offers a unique glimpse into the postwar era of the RAF and the Fleet Air Arm, as they adapted to new technologies and challenges in the aftermath of World War II. The Barracuda II, with its distinctive shape and impressive capabilities, remains an important chapter in the history of British military aviation.
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