Poster Print : Handley Page Halifax II, Srs 1A of No76 Squadron seen f
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Handley Page Halifax II, Srs 1A of No76 Squadron seen f
Handley Page Halifax II, Srs 1A of No76 Squadron seen from another Halifax
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Media ID 14222666
© Hugh W. Cowin Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of high-quality poster prints, featuring an iconic aviation image of a Handley Page Halifax II, Series 1A of No76 Squadron. This captivating photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the Halifax from a unique perspective - seen from another Halifax in flight. Each print is produced using superior materials and state-of-the-art printing techniques to ensure vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this stunning aviation print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 evocative photograph, a Handley Page Halifax II, Series 1A of No.76 Squadron is seen from the cockpit of another Halifax aircraft during a formation flight. The image captures a moment in time during the Second World War when these heavy bombers played a crucial role in the strategic bombing campaign against Nazi Germany. The Handley Page Halifax, a British four-engine heavy bomber, was designed and manufactured by Handley Page Ltd. between 1938 and 1945. It was a versatile aircraft that saw service in various roles, including maritime patrol, transport, and specialist operations. The Series 1A variant, which is depicted in the photograph, was the most common version produced, with over 1,000 built. No.76 Squadron, based at RAF Graveley in England, was formed in August 1939, just before the outbreak of the Second World War. The squadron flew its first operational sortie on the night of 31 May 1941, targeting the German city of Cologne. Over the course of the war, No.76 Squadron completed over 5,000 sorties, dropping over 11,000 tons of bombs and contributing significantly to the Allied effort. The photograph offers a unique perspective on the camaraderie and teamwork of the RAF during the war. The two Halifax aircraft, flying in close formation, demonstrate the skill and precision required to operate these complex machines in a coordinated manner. The image also serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who flew these aircraft in the name of freedom and democracy. Today, the Handley Page Halifax remains an important part of aviation history, with several examples preserved in museums and aviation collections around the world. This photograph is a testament to the courage and determination of those who flew these magnificent machines during the darkest days of the Second World War.
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