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Royal Air Force Martin 187 Baltimore B Mk. III - head-on view
Royal Air Force Martin 187 Baltimore B Mk.III. The prominent Boulton-Paul mid-upper turret can be clearly seen - head-on view from the photographers favourite Handley Page Hampden mount - 24th October, 1942. Date: 1942
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Media ID 20028670
© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
1942 24th Baltimore Favourite Hampden Handley Martin Mount Photographers Prominent Turret Head On
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" 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 striking head-on view photograph captures the power and presence of a Royal Air Force (RAF) Martin 187 Baltimore B Mk. III during the pivotal year of 1942. The image, taken from the popular Handley Page Hampden mount, showcases the prominent Boulton-Paul mid-upper turret, a vital defensive feature of this versatile aircraft. The Baltimore B Mk. III, a British-built variant of the American Consolidated PBY Catalina, was primarily used by the RAF for anti-submarine warfare, maritime patrol, and mine detection. Its distinctive silhouette, with the large turret protruding from the rear fuselage, was a common sight over the Atlantic during World War II. The year 1942 marked a critical period in the conflict, with the Battle of the Atlantic reaching its peak. The Baltimore B Mk. III played a crucial role in protecting Allied convoys from the threat of German U-boats. This photograph, taken on 24th October 1942, provides a glimpse into the aeronautical history of this remarkable aircraft and the vital role it played in the RAF's efforts during the war. The Martin 187 Baltimore B Mk. III was an essential asset in the RAF's arsenal, combining the capabilities of a long-range patrol aircraft, a maritime patrol aircraft, and a mine-sweeping aircraft into one versatile platform. Its enduring legacy in the annals of aviation history is a testament to its importance during the war and its continued influence on modern aircraft design.
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