Framed 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
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the stunning Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Airspeed AS 51 Horsa-these 24 await their compliment of troops and light vehicles" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful photograph transports you back in time, capturing the moment before 24 Airspeed AS 51 Horsa gliders are ready to be towed to landing zones in occupied Europe, with their troops and light vehicles in place. Add this historical masterpiece to your home or office and bring a piece of the past into your space. Our high-quality framed prints are meticulously crafted to preserve the rich detail and vibrant colors of the original image, ensuring a beautiful addition to any room. Order yours today and make history come alive in your home.
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.
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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