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Grumman Hellcat I
Grumman Hellcat I aircraft of 1847 Squadron Fa, 1944
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 639891
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the raw power and determination of the Grumman Hellcat I, as it roars across the sky, leaving a trail of vapor in its wake. The image, taken in 1944, depicts this iconic fighter aircraft of the 1847 Squadron, FA (Fleet Air Arm) of the Royal Air Force (RAF), during the pivotal period of World War Two. The Grumman Hellcat I was a formidable weapon in the skies, known for its exceptional performance and versatility. Its distinctive inverted gull-wing design, powerful Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp engine, and heavy armament made it a force to be reckoned with against the formidable German Luftwaffe. The 1847 Squadron, FA was part of the British Pacific Fleet and played a crucial role in the Pacific Theatre of World War Two. The squadron's Hellcats provided invaluable support during the Battle of the Philippine Sea, one of the largest naval battles in history, and the Battle of Leyte Gulf, the largest naval battle ever fought. This photograph, taken by renowned aviation photographer Charles E. Brown, captures the intensity and focus of the pilot as he expertly maneuvers the Hellcat through the clouds. The image is a testament to the bravery and skill of the pilots who flew these magnificent machines during the war, and serves as a reminder of the pivotal role the RAF and its allies played in securing victory in World War Two.
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