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Fine Art Print : Avro 679 Manchester IA of No 207 Squadron - unloved
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Avro 679 Manchester IA of No 207 Squadron - unloved
Avro 679 Manchester IA of No 207 Squadron - unloved and unwanted, the type was transformed into the famed Lancaster by fitting four Merlins
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Media ID 14221602
© Hugh W. Cowin Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Avro Bombers Famed Fitting Lancaster Manchester Secondflight Squadron Transformed Unwanted Merlins
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our captivating Avro 679 Manchester IA Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts an unloved and unwanted Manchester of No. 207 Squadron. Though once considered obsolete, the Manchester's transformation into the legendary Lancaster came with the addition of four Merlins, forever changing the course of aviation history. Bring this piece of aeronautical history into your home and ignite conversations with its intriguing story. Experience the past in stunning detail with our high-quality Fine Art Prints.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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
Avro Manchester IA of No. 207 Squadron: Unloved and Unwanted, the Transformation into the Famed Lancaster The Avro Manchester IA, registration number N22-21, was a once-forgotten relic of the Royal Air Force's (RAF) wartime past, serving with No. 207 Squadron during the darkest days of World War II. This photograph captures the unassuming bomber, its weathered exterior a testament to the rigors of combat. The Avro Manchester, a variant of the Avro Anson trainer, was initially conceived as a twin-engine bomber to replace the obsolete Armstrong Whitworth Whitley. However, its performance fell short of expectations, and it was deemed unsuitable for frontline service. Despite its initial failure, the Manchester's potential was not entirely lost. The RAF recognized the value of its four-engine configuration and the potential for increased power. In 1941, the Manchester was transformed into the iconic Lancaster bomber by fitting four Rolls-Royce Merlin engines. This modification proved to be a game-changer, and the Lancaster went on to become one of the most successful and enduring bombers of the war. The Manchester in this photograph, with its worn paint and battle-scarred fuselage, stands as a poignant reminder of the RAF's determination to adapt and innovate in the face of adversity. Its unloved and unwanted status was ultimately overshadowed by the Lancaster's legendary legacy. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the history of aviation, showcasing the evolution of a seemingly insignificant aircraft into a symbol of British resilience and ingenuity during World War II.
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