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Avro 683 Lancaster B-1 Special
Royal Air Force RAF Avro 683 Lancaster B-1 Special Flying with a 22, 000 Lb Grandslam Bomb Underneath During a Test-Flight Date: 1945
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18"x14" Modern Frame
Bring history into your home with our stunning Avro 683 Lancaster B-1 Special Framed Print. This exclusive image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the iconic Royal Air Force aircraft in a test-flight during 1945, carrying a massive 22,000 Lb Grandslam Bomb beneath. Add a touch of aviation history to your decor with this beautifully framed and preserved print, a perfect addition to any room.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" 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 evocative photograph captures the moment of history as the Avro 683 Lancaster B-1 Special, a modified version of the iconic Avro Lancaster bomber, takes to the skies of England during a test-flight in 1945. The Royal Air Force (RAF) aircraft, registered as PB995, is seen flying proudly against the backdrop of the second world war-scarred clouds. The Lancaster B-1 Special was a unique creation, designed and built specifically to carry the massive 22,000 lb Grandslam bomb, the largest bomb ever used in combat up to that time. The Avro Lancaster, a British four-engine heavy bomber, played a crucial role in the Allied forces' strategic bombing campaign during the Second World War. With its impressive payload capacity, long range, and ability to fly at high altitudes, it was a formidable weapon against the Axis powers. However, the need for an even more powerful bomb led to the development of the Lancaster B-1 Special. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the engineers and pilots of the RAF during the war. The Lancaster B-1 Special was flown only a few times, with its most famous mission being the attack on the Viereckhoutbruggen railway bridge in Germany on March 3, 1945. The mission was a success, and the bridge was destroyed, significantly disrupting the German supply lines. The Avro Lancaster B-1 Special, with its massive bomb hanging underneath, is a symbol of the technological advancements and military prowess of the time. This photograph is an important reminder of the pivotal role the RAF played in the outcome of the Second World War.
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