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Handley Page V / 1500 heavy bomber plane, WW1
A British Handley Page V/1500 night-flying heavy bomber plane, built towards the end of the First World War. It carried a crew of eight or nine, and had four Rolls Royce Eagle VIII engines. Date: circa 1918
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1500 Bi Plane Eagle Engines Handley Heavy Rolls Royce V1500 Viii War Time Ww 1
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Handley Page V/1500 Heavy Bomber Plane, WW1" print from our Media Storehouse collection, exclusively licensed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image takes you back in time to the final years of the First World War, when this British night-flying heavy bomber made its mark. With a crew of eight or nine, this formidable aircraft was powered by four Rolls Royce Eagle VIII engines. Add historical depth to your home or office with this intriguing piece of aviation history. Bring the past to life with our high-quality photographic prints.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 21.8cm (14" x 8.6")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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 imposing figure of a Handley Page V/1500 heavy bomber plane, a formidable aerial weapon from the closing stages of the First World War. Built by the British aircraft manufacturing company, Handley Page, this monoplane was designed primarily for night-time bombing missions, carrying a crew of eight or nine men. Its distinctive biplane configuration, with wings extending beyond the fuselage, gave it an impressive wingspan of 72 feet. Powered by four Rolls Royce Eagle VIII engines, each producing 275 horsepower, the V/1500 was capable of reaching impressive speeds for the era, cruising at around 85 miles per hour. The engines were housed in the wings, allowing for a streamlined fuselage and improved aerodynamics. The plane's impressive size and firepower made it a formidable presence in the night skies. Armed with a battery of machine guns and bombs, it could inflict significant damage on enemy targets. The V/1500 was also equipped with innovative features, such as a bomb-aiming device and a heated windscreen for the pilot, enhancing its operational capabilities. The photograph, taken circa 1918, captures the plane in its element, with the engine exhausts billowing out smoke against the backdrop of the cloudy sky. The Rolls Royce Eagle VIII engines, with their distinctive cowlings and propellers, are prominently featured, underscoring the technological prowess of the era. The Handley Page V/1500 heavy bomber plane was a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the Allied forces during the Great War, and this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the pivotal role it played in shaping the course of history.
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