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Ufos / Mantell / Godman
Captain Thomas Mantell of the U.S. National Guard encounters a huge UFO in his P-51, but crashes while attempting to pursue it (picture 2 of 2)
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1948 Attempting Crashes Encounters Guard Huge Mantell Pursue Ufos Godman January
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Ufos / Mantell / Godman" Framed Print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Picture Library. This intriguing image brings to life the legendary tale of Captain Thomas Mantell, a U.S. National Guard pilot who reportedly encountered a massive Unidentified Flying Object (UFO) while flying his P-51 Mustang in 1948. The incident, which took place near Godman Field in Kentucky, is one of the most famous UFO sightings in history. This framed print, featuring the gripping image of Mantell's encounter, is an essential addition to any collection dedicated to UFOs, aviation history, or the unexplained. Impeccably reproduced and expertly framed, this print is a mesmerizing conversation starter and a testament to the enduring mystery of the unknown.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this historic photograph, taken on January 7, 1948, we find the moment of encounter between Captain Thomas Mantell of the Kentucky National Guard and an unidentified flying object (UFO). The image, taken from Godman Field in Bowling Green, Kentucky, shows Mantell's P-51 Mustang fighter plane in pursuit of the massive, otherworldly object. Captain Mantell, a skilled aviator with a reputation for bravery, had taken off from Godman Field in response to reports of a large, silver, disc-shaped object hovering over the town of West Haven, Kentucky. Witnesses described the object as emitting a bright light and moving erratically in the sky. Mantell, determined to investigate, climbed to an altitude of 12,000 feet in his P-51 and began to follow the UFO. As he approached, however, the object began to maneuver in ways that defied explanation, darting and weaving through the sky at incredible speeds. Unable to keep up, Mantell pushed his plane to its limits, but ultimately, he could not maintain the chase. Tragically, as Mantell attempted to turn back towards Godman Field, his P-51 crashed near the town of Hardinsburg, Kentucky. The cause of the crash remains a mystery, with some speculating that the intense G-forces experienced during the high-speed pursuit may have contributed to the accident. This photograph, taken just moments before the fatal crash, captures the sense of awe and wonder that surrounded the UFO sighting, as well as the determination of Captain Mantell to uncover the truth behind the mysterious object in the sky. The incident remains one of the most famous UFO encounters in American history, and continues to intrigue and inspire generations of UFO enthusiasts and researchers.
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