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Framed Print : de Havilland Mosquito FB. VI
Framed Photos from Royal Air Force
de Havilland Mosquito FB. VI
Loading rockets onto a Mosquito FB.VI of 143 Squadron RAF, part of the Banff Strike Wing, February 1945
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 702032
© RAF Museum 2008 - All Rights Reserved
A2 Premium Frame with A3 Poster
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of the iconic de Havilland Mosquito FB.VI from the Royal Air Force Museum. This captivating image captures the moment of loading rockets onto a Mosquito FB.VI of 143 Squadron RAF, part of the Banff Strike Wing, in February 1945. This historical print brings a piece of aviation history into your home or office. Each print is expertly framed to preserve the stunning detail and authenticity of the photograph. Elevate your space with a touch of aviation heritage and order your Media Storehouse Framed Print of the de Havilland Mosquito FB.VI today.
Premium Paradise Wooden Range A2 Premium Poster Frame (62x45cm) with A3 Poster (42x30cm) and mounted behind a white matt board to make your photo really stand out. FSC Certified and Rainforest Alliance Certified for environmental, social, and economic sustainably. High transparency tempered glass window with a smooth finished frame. Great for filling empty walls, decorating blank spaces, or creating eye-catching gallery walls. Frames arrive ready to hang. Sent with secure, protective packaging. Smooth wooden veneer mimics the real wood look and feel with ultra-durable scratch resistance tempered glass.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 44.6cm (24.4" x 17.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from the Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum, we are transported back to a crucial moment during World War Two. The image showcases the sheer power and versatility of the de Havilland Mosquito FB.VI aircraft, as it is being loaded with rockets by dedicated crew members.
Taken in February 1945, at Banff Strike Wing's base, this snapshot captures the intensity and determination that defined RAF operations during wartime. The Mosquito FB.VI was an iconic British twin-engine fighter-bomber known for its exceptional speed and agility. Its ability to carry various armaments made it a formidable force against enemy targets on land or sea.
As we delve into this historical scene, our attention is drawn to the meticulous preparations taking place around the aircraft. A group of skilled ground personnel can be seen meticulously attaching rockets onto one of these magnificent war machines. Their focused expressions reflect their commitment to ensuring every detail is perfect before embarking on another perilous mission.
The significance of 143 Squadron RAF becomes evident as we observe their involvement in loading these rockets onto the Mosquito FB.VI. Part of Banff Strike Wing – renowned for its precision strikes against German shipping along Norway's coast – they played a vital role in disrupting enemy supply lines throughout World War Two.
This evocative photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the bravery displayed by both aircrew and ground staff alike during times of conflict. It pays homage to those who risked everything for freedom and highlights how technology like the de Havilland Mosquito FB.VI helped shape history.
Preserved within this image lies not only an emblematic aircraft but also countless untold stories that unfolded amidst turbulent skies over seven decades ago - tales forever etched into our collective memory through photographs such as these found within RAF Museum’s archives.
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