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Greetings Card : Handley Page Halifax bombers of 35 Squadron
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Handley Page Halifax bombers of 35 Squadron
Two Handley Page Halifax II aircraft of 35 Squadron RAF, 1942
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 11950560
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of historical greeting cards, featuring the iconic Handley Page Halifax bombers of 35 Squadron. These beautifully designed cards showcase a captivating image by Charles E Brown from the Royal Air Force Museum. Transport your recipients back in time with this evocative depiction of two Handley Page Halifax II aircraft from 1942. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone who appreciates the rich heritage of the Royal Air Force, these cards are a unique and thoughtful way to send a message of friendship, congratulations, or well wishes. Each card is blank inside for your personal message and comes with a white envelope. Add a touch of history to your correspondence with the Media Storehouse Handley Page Halifax bomber greeting cards.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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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This evocative photograph captures the raw power and determination of the Royal Air Force (RAF) during World War II, as two Handley Page Halifax II bombers of 35 Squadron prepare for a nighttime mission. Taken by acclaimed RAF photographer Charles E. Brown in 1942, the image is a testament to the courage and resilience of the airmen who risked their lives in the skies over Europe. The Handley Page Halifax, a versatile and sturdy aircraft, was a mainstay of the RAF's strategic bombing campaign against Germany. With its distinctive four-engine configuration and large bomb bay, it was capable of carrying a heavy payload over long distances. In the darkened skies of Europe, the Halifaxes were a formidable sight, their powerful engines roaring as they dropped their payloads on enemy targets. The photograph shows the two Halifaxes lined up on the tarmac, their crews busily preparing for takeoff. The ground crewmen, dressed in their distinctive RAF uniforms, are seen working around the aircraft, checking fuel levels, arming the bombs, and performing last-minute inspections. The pilots and navigators, focused and determined, are visible in the cockpits, ready to lead their crews into the night. Despite the danger and hardships, the RAF's bomber crews continued to fly night after night, determined to weaken the German war machine and bring an end to the conflict. This photograph is a poignant reminder of their sacrifices and the vital role they played in the Allied victory in World War II.
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