Fine Art Print : Airspeed AS 51 Horsa-these 24 await their compliment of
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Airspeed AS 51 Horsa-these 24 await their compliment of
Airspeed AS 51 Horsa-these 24 await their compliment of troops and light vehicles before being towed to landing zones in occupied Europe
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Media ID 14221447
© Hugh W. Cowin Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Airspeed Await Compliment Landing Occupied Towed Vehicles Zones
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of World War II with our exquisite collection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring this captivating image of 24 Airspeed AS 51 Horsas, each print is meticulously sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the scene of these gliders, poised and ready, as they await their complement of troops and light vehicles before being towed to landing zones in occupied Europe. Bring history into your home or office with these stunning, high-quality prints, and add a touch of authenticity to your space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the moment of preparation before the deployment of 24 Airspeed AS 51 Horsa gliders, each awaiting its complement of troops and light vehicles. The Horsa, a British-designed transport aircraft, played a crucial role in the Allied invasion of Europe during World War II. These gliders, towed by Halifax and Albemarle aircraft, were used to deliver troops and supplies behind enemy lines, bypassing the heavily fortified beaches and allowing for a surprise attack. The scene depicted in this image shows the gliders lined up on a grassy field, their metal frames gleaming in the sunlight. The men in uniform, some standing and some working on the vehicles, give a sense of the human element involved in this daring operation. The landscape in the background, with its rolling hills and trees, underscores the rural setting from which the invasion was launched. This historical photograph is a poignant reminder of the bravery and resourcefulness of the Allied forces during the European theater of World War II.
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