Photographic Print : Case for and against the big bomber by G. H. Davis
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Case for and against the big bomber by G. H. Davis
The case for and against the use of the big bomber: some whys and wherefores in latest aircraft needs during the Second World War. Date: 1942
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Media ID 14133275
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1942 Case Choice Choices Davis Fewer Requirement Bomber
10"x8" Photo Print
Discover the historical debates surrounding the use of the Big Bomber during World War II with this captivating photograph from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. Taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, this image showcases "Case for and against the big bomber" by G.H. Davis from 1942. Witness the intriguing whys and wherefores of the latest aircraft needs as experts passionately argued for and against the implementation of this powerful military asset. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this high-quality, rights-managed print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 17.9cm (10" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This thought-provoking image from 1942, titled "The Case for and against the Big Bomber" by G.H. Davis, presents a compelling analysis of the ongoing debate within the aviation community regarding the use of large bombers during the Second World War. The illustration, published in the Illustrated London News, highlights the key arguments for and against the adoption of these massive aircraft as a primary weapon in the British Royal Air Force (RAF) arsenal. On one side of the argument, the case for large bombers is presented with a depiction of a Bomber Command Avro Manchester Mark I, a formidable aircraft capable of carrying a heavy payload over long distances. Supporters argued that these bombers could inflict significant damage on enemy industrial targets, potentially shortening the war and saving lives. On the other hand, the case against large bombers is illustrated by a smaller aircraft, likely a twin-engine medium bomber. Critics argued that the cost and resources required to build and maintain these large bombers could be better spent on producing more numerous smaller aircraft, which could provide greater flexibility and versatility in various roles, including transport and reconnaissance. The decision to invest in large bombers was a contentious one, with many factors influencing the ultimate choice. The RAF and the British government weighed the strategic, tactical, and economic implications of each option carefully. Ultimately, the outcome of this debate would shape the course of the war and the future of air power.
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