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Photographic Print : Sheppard Air Force Base, Wichita Falls, Texas, USA
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Sheppard Air Force Base, Wichita Falls, Texas, USA
Sheppard Air Force Base, Wichita Falls, Texas, USA, showing trainees with B25 bombers, learning the skills of aircraft assembly by night. Date: 1951
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Media ID 14186443
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
1951 Assembly Bombers Falls Learning Mechanics Propellers Sheppard Skills Texas Trainee Trainees Usaf Wichita Base Bomber
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Discover the rich history of aviation with our stunning photographic print from Media Storehouse, featuring Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls, Texas, USA. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to 1951, where you'll find trainee pilots diligently working on B-25 bombers under the cover of night. Experience the excitement and dedication as they master the art of aircraft assembly. Add this evocative and intriguing piece to your collection and bring a piece of aviation history into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.9cm (11" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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 intensity and focus of Sheppard Air Force Base trainees in Wichita Falls, Texas, USA, during the 1950s. In the image, young airmen are seen working diligently on the assembly of a B-25 bomber under the cover of night. The powerful propellers of the bomber are clearly visible, their blades casting long shadows on the ground. The trainees, dressed in their uniforms, are deeply engrossed in their tasks, their faces illuminated by the dim light of the work area. Sheppard Air Force Base was a significant training ground for the United States Air Force (USAF) during the 1950s, and this photograph offers a glimpse into the rigorous training programs that prepared young men for careers as aircraft mechanics and flight transport specialists. The B-25 bomber, a stalwart of World War II, was a complex and intricate machine, and the ability to assemble and maintain it was a valuable skill in the post-war era. The photograph's date, 1951, places it firmly in the 1950s, a time of great change and innovation in American aviation. The era was marked by the advent of jet engines, the rise of commercial air travel, and the ongoing development of military technology. Against this backdrop, the trainees at Sheppard Air Force Base were learning the skills that would shape their futures and contribute to the ongoing evolution of American aviation. This photograph is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the men and women who served in the USAF during the 1950s, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of American aviation. The image's timeless quality and sense of purpose make it a valuable addition to any collection of historical photographs.
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