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RAF Short Sunderland flying boat, WW2
RAF Short Sunderland flying boat EJ143/S, in service with 230 Squadron from December 1942 until March 1945, seen here on water. Date: 1940s
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Seaplane Seaplanes Squadron Sunderland Short
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm 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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the RAF Short Sunderland flying boat, EJ143/S, in its element on the water during the 1940s. The Sunderland, a British-designed maritime patrol aircraft, played a crucial role in the Royal Air Force's (RAF) anti-submarine and anti-shipping operations during World War II. This particular aircraft served with distinction in 230 Squadron from December 1942 until March 1945. Its distinctive silhouette, with its large wings and twin floats, made it a formidable presence on the water. The Sunderland's versatile design allowed it to take off and land on water, making it an essential asset for the RAF in its campaigns against the Axis powers. The photograph captures the Sunderland in its natural habitat, with the water reflecting the aircraft's shadow and the sky overhead a mix of clouds and sunlight. The image transports us back to a time of war, when the world was at a turning point and the future was uncertain. The RAF Short Sunderland was a testament to British engineering and innovation during the war years. Its service with 230 Squadron was just one chapter in its storied history, which saw it operate in various theatres and continue in service long after the war's end. This photograph is a reminder of the important role that aviation played in the outcome of World War II and the enduring legacy of the RAF's iconic flying boats.
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