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Fairey Swordfish I
Fairey Swordfish I aircraft of 810 Sqn with Grumman Martlets in the background, HMS Illustrious, 1942
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 1881197
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
Fleet Air Arm Royal Navy Ships World War Two
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of aviation with our Fine Art Print of Fairey Swordfish I by Charles E Brown from the RAF Museum. This stunning piece of art captures the iconic Swordfish I aircraft of 810 Sqn in action, with Grumman Martlets in the background, against the backdrop of HMS Illustrious in 1942. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, bringing the intricate details and vibrant colors of this historic moment to life. Add this beautiful piece to your home or office to inspire and ignite conversations about the bravery and innovation of the past.
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 50.3cm x 40.6cm (19.8" 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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, captured by Charles E. Brown of the Royal Air Force Museum, presents a striking image of Fairey Swordfish I aircraft of 810 Squadron taking off from the flight deck of HMS Illustrious during World War II. The British aircraft carrier, which served as the flagship of the Mediterranean Fleet, is bathed in the golden glow of the setting sun, casting long shadows over the deck. In the background, Grumman Martlets of the Fleet Air Arm are lined up, their wings reflecting in the water. The Swordfish, a versatile biplane torpedo bomber, was a key component of the Royal Navy's carrier-borne fleet during the war. Its distinctive shape, with its large wing span and distinctive fin, is clearly visible as it lifts off, trailing a plume of smoke from its engines. The Swordfish's role in the Royal Navy was crucial in the defense of the United Kingdom during the early stages of the war, particularly in the Battle of the Atlantic. Its ability to take off and land on short runways, combined with its long endurance and payload capacity, made it an invaluable asset in the fight against U-boats and surface raiders. This photograph not only captures the technical prowess of the aircraft and the skill of the pilots, but also the sense of urgency and determination that characterized the Royal Navy's efforts during World War II. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who served in the Fleet Air Arm during this pivotal period in history.
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