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Focke Wulf FW-190A-4 / U-8
A Captured Luftwaffe Focke Wulf FW-190 in RAF Livery Flying Enroute As Flown by Test-Pilot Captain Eric Melrose Winkle Brown, Cbe, Dsc, Afc, Fraes, Rn (Born 21 January 1919) Former Royal-Navy Officer Date: 1940s
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of aviation history with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic Focke Wulf FW-190A-4 / U-8 in captivating detail. This exquisite print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the captured Luftwaffe fighter in RAF livery as flown by the renowned test-pilot, Captain Eric Melrose Winkle Brown. Each print is produced using the highest quality materials and printing techniques, ensuring a stunning and authentic representation of this historic aircraft. Bring a piece of aviation history into your home or office with this exceptional Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.4cm (20" x 14.3")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 photograph showcases a Focke Wulf FW-190A-4, a formidable German fighter aircraft of the Second World War, in the distinctive livery of the Royal Air Force (RAF). The plane, designated U-8, was once a prized possession of the Luftwaffe but later fell into the hands of the Allied forces. The FW-190A-4, a versatile and powerful machine, was a favorite among Luftwaffe pilots due to its agility and firepower. However, as the tide of the war turned against Germany, the RAF became increasingly successful in securing these valuable aircraft through various means, including capture or surrender. In this image, we see the FW-190A-4 being transported by the RAF, likely en route to a testing or evaluation facility. The plane bears the insignia of the RAF, including the roundel and serial number PE882. The photograph captures the moment of transition, as the once-feared enemy aircraft now becomes a valuable asset in the Allied arsenal. The man at the controls of this historic aircraft is none other than Captain Eric Melrose Winkle Brown, CBE, DSC, AFC, RN. Born on January 21, 1919, Winkle Brown was a former Royal Navy officer who made a name for himself as a test pilot for the RAF. He set numerous records for flying various types of aircraft, including the FW-190, and played a crucial role in evaluating captured enemy aircraft during the war. This photograph is a testament to the dynamic nature of war, as well as the ingenuity and adaptability of the Allied forces in utilizing captured enemy technology to their advantage. The FW-190A-4, once a symbol of German might, now serves as a reminder of the complexities and intricacies of the Second World War.
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