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RAF Short Stirling Heavy Bomber Aircraft, WW2
RAF Short Stirling Heavy Bomber Aircraft, WW2 Date: 1942
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Camouflage Heavy Paint Stirling Bomber Short
18"x14" Modern Frame
Add a piece of aviation history to your home or office with our Framed Print of the RAF Short Stirling Heavy Bomber Aircraft from the Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, taken in 1942 during World War II, showcases the iconic Short Stirling bomber in all its glory. The print is professionally framed in a sleek and modern frame, enhancing the detail and vibrancy of the original photograph. Bring the history of the RAF's brave aviators and their powerful aircraft into your space, with this stunning and authentic framed print.
16x12 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 evocative photograph captures the raw power and determination of the RAF's Short Stirling Heavy Bomber during World War II. The image, dated 1942, shows the aircraft in flight, its wings outstretched and engine exhausts trailing behind, leaving a trail of smoke in the night sky. The Short Stirling was a crucial component of the Royal Air Force's strategic bombing campaign against Nazi Germany, and was one of the first British heavy bombers to enter service during the war. The aircraft's distinctive camouflage paint scheme, with its dark green and dark earth tones, is designed to blend in with the night sky and make it harder for enemy anti-aircraft defenses to target the bomber. The Short Stirling was a large and complex machine, with a wingspan of over 100 feet and a crew of seven. It was powered by four Bristol Hercules engines, which provided a total of 3,750 horsepower, enabling the bomber to reach speeds of up to 210 miles per hour. Despite its impressive capabilities, the Short Stirling was not without its flaws. Its large size made it an easy target for German night fighters, and it was also prone to structural damage due to the stresses placed on its wings during bombing runs. Nevertheless, the Short Stirling played a vital role in the Allied war effort, and was responsible for delivering tons of bombs to German targets, helping to weaken the Nazi war machine and pave the way for Allied victory in Europe. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the courage and sacrifice of the men and women who served in the RAF during World War II, and the vital role that technology and innovation played in the outcome of the conflict.
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