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Fine Art Print : Captain Albert Ball VC DSO (2 bars) MC
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Captain Albert Ball VC DSO (2 bars) MC
Captain Albert Ball VC DSO** MC
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the heroic legacy of Captain Albert Ball VC DSO (2 bars) MC with this exquisite fine art print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating portrait of the renowned British World War I fighter pilot, painted by F N Birkett, is a testament to his bravery and skill in the skies. Bring a piece of aviation history into your home and honor the memory of this extraordinary military figure with this stunning, museum-quality print.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
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This poignant photograph captures the determined and focused gaze of Captain Albert Ball VC DSO** MC, a British flying ace of the First World War. The image, taken by renowned photographer F N Birkett, portrays Ball in his Royal Flying Corps uniform, adorned with the distinguished decorations he earned for his exceptional bravery and skill in combat. Ball, who was born in Nottingham, England, in 1896, joined the British Army in 1914 and later transferred to the Royal Flying Corps in 1915. He quickly distinguished himself as a formidable pilot, shooting down a total of 44 enemy aircraft during the war, making him the second-highest scoring British fighter pilot of the conflict. His remarkable achievements earned him a Victoria Cross, the highest military decoration in the British and Commonwealth honors system, as well as two Distinguished Service Orders and two Military Crosses. Ball's heroism and courage in the face of enemy fire made him a national hero and inspired a generation of aviators. Tragically, Ball's exceptional career was cut short when he was shot down and killed in action on May 7, 1917, at the age of just 21. His loss was deeply felt by the British people, and he remains a symbol of the bravery and sacrifice of the men and women who served in the First World War. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the extraordinary feats and sacrifices made by Ball and other flying aces during the First World War. It is a testament to the courage and determination of those who took to the skies to defend their country and protect the freedoms we enjoy today.
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