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Framed Print : Boeing B-17 aeroplane
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Boeing B-17 aeroplane
Boeing B-17 aeroplanes, one in blue, the other in camouflage colours.
1940s
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Media ID 7475165
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Boeing Camouflage Colours Ww 2 Ww Ii
18"x14" Modern Frame
Bring history to life with our stunning Framed Prints from The Royal Aeronautical Society's National Aerospace Library, featuring iconic Boeing B-17 aeroplanes. Witness the power and grace of these legendary warplanes in exquisite detail with two captivating images - one in sleek blue hues and the other in authentic camouflage colors of the 1940s. Each print is expertly framed to preserve and showcase the vibrant colors and intricate details. Add a touch of aviation history to your home or office with these impressive Framed Prints.
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 black-and-white photograph, captured by an unknown photographer for The Royal Aeronautical Society (RAS) in the 1940s, showcases two iconic Boeing B-17 Flying Fortresses, emblems of aerial power during World War II. The aircraft on the left is painted in a striking blue hue, while the one on the right dons the traditional camouflage pattern. The Boeing B-17, a four-engine heavy bomber produced by Boeing, became a vital asset for the Allied forces during the war, particularly for the Royal Air Force (RAF) in Europe. Known as the "Flying Fortress," the B-17 was renowned for its defensive armament, which included multiple machine guns and a bomb bay capable of carrying up to 8,000 pounds of explosives. The blue B-17 in this image may have been used for training purposes, as the RAF occasionally employed this color scheme for their bomber fleets. Conversely, the camouflage B-17 was likely used for combat missions, as this pattern was designed to help the aircraft blend in with the environment and evade enemy detection. As the skies above Europe became a battleground during World War II, the Boeing B-17 played a pivotal role in the transportation of essential supplies and the delivery of devastating blows to the Axis powers. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and determination displayed by the Allied forces during this pivotal period in history.
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