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Japanese Zero aircraft on the deck of the Akagi
Japanese Zero aircraft on the deck of the aircraft carrier Akagi (scuttled following the Battle of Midway in June 1942.
circa 1942
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Media ID 14396146
© Robert Hunt Library/Mary Evans
1942 Carrier Deck Midway Zeros
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. Witness the iconic image of Japanese Zero aircraft gracefully lined up on the deck of the Akagi aircraft carrier, captured in a moment in time by renowned photographer Robert Hunt. This evocative black and white photograph, sourced from the Robert Hunt Library/Mary Evans, transports you back to the pivotal Battle of Midway in 1942. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring a piece of aviation history into your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 moment of tension and intensity on the deck of the Japanese aircraft carrier Akagi during the early stages of World War II. The Akagi, a formidable vessel and flagship of the Imperial Japanese Navy's First Carrier Striking Force, played a pivotal role in the Pacific Theater of the war, most notably in the historic Battle of Midway in June 1942. In the image, a line of Mitsubishi A6M Zero fighter aircraft, the backbone of the Japanese naval air arm at the time, are seen taxying on the carrier's deck. The Zero, with its distinctive long-range capabilities, maneuverability, and powerful armament, was a formidable opponent for Allied forces. The pilots, clad in their traditional blue flight suits and helmets, are seen busily preparing their aircraft for takeoff, their determined expressions reflecting the gravity of the situation. The Akagi, which would be scuttled following the Battle of Midway due to extensive damage, looms in the background, her flight deck a hive of activity. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the pivotal role the Akagi and her Zero aircraft played in the Pacific War, and the high stakes involved in the aerial battles that would ultimately determine the outcome of the conflict. This photograph, taken circa 1942, is a rare and evocative glimpse into the past, offering a unique perspective on the events and personnel that shaped the course of World War II in the Pacific.
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