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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
14"x11" Photo Print
Experience the rich history of aviation with our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints, featuring the iconic Fairey Barracuda II by Charles E Brown from the Royal Air Force Museum. This stunning image captures the Fairey Barracuda II in flight on 25 November 1945, a pivotal moment in the evolution of military aviation. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials and printing techniques to bring out the vibrant colors and intricate details of the aircraft. Add this captivating piece to your home or office to inspire and impress, and relive the heroic stories of the brave men and women who have shaped the skies.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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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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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