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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
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of aviation greeting cards, featuring this stunning image of a de Havilland Mosquito FB.VI from the Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum. This iconic aircraft, adorned with the markings of 143 Squadron RAF, is captured in action during the Banff Strike Wing in February 1945, as it prepares for a rocket attack mission. Our high-quality greeting cards bring the thrill and history of aviation right to your doorstep. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts, history buffs, or as a thoughtful gift, our cards are sure to impress and delight. Order yours today and add a touch of nostalgia and excitement to your correspondence.
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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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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