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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Holding The Tide by Richard TaylorF4F Wildcats
Richard Taylor’s new masterpiece portrays Captain Joe Foss as he leads the F4F Wildcats of VMF-121 back to Henderson Field after a day of desperate fighting against the Japanese in the skies over the steaming jungles of Guadalcanal in November 1942 - it would be another three months before the island was finally secured.
Signed by up to 8 veterans
Main Print - Commander LESLIE FORTNER USN, Captain STANLEY ‘SWEDE’ VEJTASA USN, Commander DEAN LAIRD USN, Lieutenant Colonel JIM SWETT USMC Medal of Honor
Tribute Companion Print - Colonel JEFFERSON J. DE BLANC USMC Medal of Honor, Brigadier General JOSEPH J. FOSS USMC Medal of Honor, Brigadier General ROBERT E.GALER USMC Medal of Honor, Lieutenant KENNETH A. WALSH USMC Medal of Honor
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|  On Top of the World by Ray GoldsbroughJenson Button - World Champion 2009
Jenson Button winning the 2009 Monaco Grand Prix. Driving for the Brawn GP team Jenson dominated the first half of the season winning six of the opening seven races of the campaign. This early season form gave Jenson a significant lead in the Drivers Championship which was ultimately too much for his rivals to overturn.
Signed by Jenson Button
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|  Heia Safari by Nicolas TrudgianPanzer, Fw190A
Elements of the 10th Panzer Division, Army Group 'Afrika', counter-attack Allied forces in northern Tunisia, early spring 1943. Overhead, air support is provided by the Ju87D's of St.G3 and the formidable Fw190A fighters of II./JG2
Eagle Edition signed by 7 Knights Cross holders
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Guardian Angel by Gerald CoulsonHurricane
As Britain holds itself ready for perhaps the greatest battle it has ever fought, a pair of Mk 1 Hurricanes of 213 Squadron set out from their base at Biggin Hill for an early morning patrol over the Channel, they could meet the enemy at any moment.
As they cross the coast, they are joined in spirit by a 213 Squadron Sopwith Camel from an earlier conflict
Signed by up to 3 veterans Group Captain BILLY DRAKE DSO DFC* , Group Captain BYRON DUCKENFIELD AFC , Wing Commander TIM ELKINGTON
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Air Combat Paintings Vol VI USAAF by Robert TaylorUSAAF EDITION
Issued with companion print WHERE THE EAGLES GATHERED
To have one volume of paintings published would see many artists reach the pinnacle of their career, but Robert Taylor is something special. Widely acknowledged as the foremost aviation artist in the history of the genre, this new volume in his best-selling Air Combat Paintings series is, incredibly, Volume SIX! Already being spoken of as the finest volume of his works ever published, this new edition brings you his very latest and up to date work accompanied by informative text written with refreshing originality.
This wonderful new 128 page case-bound book is printed on heavy weight art paper and contains over 70 images reproduced in full colour, supported by a host of beautiful drawings and informative photographs, including many images never previously seen, and gold-blocked titles emblazon the spine.
Readers will experience some of the world’s greatest air battles as visualised by the world’s master of aviation art, and the story of how these masterworks came into existence.
This outstanding book is available with a choice of two different specially produced jackets - one to represent the USAAF and the other the RAF and Commonwealth - the choice is yours!
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Air Combat Paintings Vol VI by Robert Taylor
RAF & COMMONWEALTH EDITION
Issued with companion print NORMANDY NEMESIS
To have one volume of paintings published would see many artists reach the pinnacle of their career, but Robert Taylor is something special. Widely acknowledged as the foremost aviation artist in the history of the genre, this new volume in his best-selling Air Combat Paintings series is, incredibly, Volume SIX! Already being spoken of as the finest volume of his works ever published, this new edition brings you his very latest and up to date work accompanied by informative text written with refreshing originality.
This wonderful new 128 page case-bound book is printed on heavy weight art paper and contains over 70 images reproduced in full colour, supported by a host of beautiful drawings and informative photographs, including many images never previously seen, and gold-blocked titles emblazon the spine.
Readers will experience some of the world’s greatest air battles as visualised by the world’s master of aviation art, and the story of how these masterworks came into existence.
This outstanding book is available with a choice of two different specially produced jackets - one to represent the USAAF and the other the RAF and Commonwealth - the choice is yours!
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|  Opening Sky by Robert TaylorP51
With the morning sun glinting on their fuselages, P-51 Mustangs of the 78th Fighter Group cross the Dutch coastline far below, heading back towards their base at Duxford, England at the end of a long sweep east of the Rhine crossing in Spring 1945. The final months of the war in Europe lie ahead, and for the P-51 pilots the victory is within sight.
Signed by up to 17 veterans: Colonel CLARENCE ‘BUD’ ANDERSON , Lieutenant Colonel CLYDE EAST, Colonel ART FIELDLER, Major BILL ALLEN, Captain JIM BROOKS, Captain CLINTON BURDICK, Captain WAYNE COLEMAN, First Lieutenant RAYMOND ‘TED’ CONLIN, DON CUMMINGS , Major URBAN DREW, Lieutenant Colonel BOB GOEBEL, Lieutenant Colonel ROBERT A. KARR , Colonel WALKER ‘BUD’ MAHURIN, Colonel STEVE PISANOS, First Lieutenant JOHN SKARA , Second Lieutenant LOWELL STEWARD, First Lieutenant CLINT WHITE
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Hundred Up by Ray Goldsbrough
Valentino Rossi celebrating his historic one hundredth career Grand Prix Race win which was acheived at the Dutch Moto GP in Assen - June 2009.
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|  Jenson Button - The Makings of a Champion by Colin Carter
Jenson Button, 2009, Turkish G.P.
Jenson Button's victory at the 2009 Turkish G.P. was his sixth victory of the first seven G.P s of the 2009 season, equalling the previous record set by motor racing legends Alberto Ascari, Juan Manuel Fangio, Jim Clark and Michael Schumacher. With a good car and the backing of the new Brawn GP Team Jenson has proved that he has all the makings of an F1 World Champion.
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|  The Biggin Hill Wing by Nicolas TrudgianSpitfire V
With the Battle of Britain won and the threat of Nazi invasion halted, by early 1941 the Royal Air Force High Command issued orders to take the fight back across the Channel against Adolf Hitler’s occupying forces in Northern Europe. By March, Air Chief Marshal William Sholto-Douglas had replaced Sir Hugh Dowding as Air Officer Commander of Fighter Command and had appointed Wing Leaders at each fighter station in No. 11 Group to lead offensive operations over France.
Signed by up to 9 veterans: Wing Commander John Freeborn DFC* 74 Squadron, Squadron Leader Geoffrey Wellum DFC 92 Squadron, Flight Lieutenant Sir Joe Atkinson KCB CB DFC 609 Squadron, Squadron Leader Walter Johnston 92 Squadron, Squadron Leader Neville Duke DSO OBE DFC** AFC 92 Squadron (Companion print), Group Captain Allan Wright DFC* 92 Squadron (Companion print), Squadron Leader Percy Beake DFC 92 Squadron
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Brands Hatch Double by Glenn Badham
James Toseland, Britain's leading motorbike racer and double World Superbike Champion, has been captured in an oil painting by award-winning artist, Glenn Badham.
Signed by James Toseland
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|  Phantom Fury by Robert TaylorPhantom! - the name that struck terror into the hearts of the North Vietnamese
The biggest, fastest, most powerful fighter of its day, the McDonnell Phantom was an awesome war machine that came to dominate aerial combat for over two decades. It may have been the size of many World War II bombers but it could out-perform anything that crossed its path; it was quicker, could turn faster, was better equipped with electronics, carried more ordnance than anything comparable, and it had an unbelievable rate of climb. The F-4 Phantom was the benchmark against which every fighter in the world came to be judged; it was simply the best.
Signed by signed by the highly decorated Vietnam USAF fighter pilot Ace Steve Ritchie and Capt. John Madden
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Spitfires Over The Needles by Philip WestJune 1940, The Battle of Britain - Spitfires
Spitfires of 609 Squadron returning to their satellite station airfield at Warmwell to
re-arm and re-fuel, following an intercept mission against enemy aircraft trying to disrupt shipping along the South Coast of England.
Signed by up to 3 veterans Sqn. Ldr. Percival H. Beake DFC, AE , Group Captain Billy Drake DSO, DFC*, DFC (US), Flt. Lt. Frank Newman
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Dawn Till Dusk by Richard TaylorD Day - Spitfire
This superb new edition is personally signed by outstanding Aces who flew with the Canadian Wing during the Normandy Invasions, under the leadership of the highest scoring RAF Ace of WWII – Johnnie Johnson.
Signed by up to 13 veterans: Wing Commander J.F ‘STOCKY’ EDWARDS DFC DFM, Wing Commander JAMES LINDSAY DFC, Lieutenant General DON LAUBMAN DFC , Squadron Leader ROY WOZNIAK DFC, Air Vice Marshal J.E 'JOHNNIE' JOHNSON CB CBE DSO** DFC* DL, Flight Lieutenant WILFRED BANKS DFC , Wing Commander LORNE CAMERON DFC , Group Captain ALBERT HOULE DFC , Squadron Leader IRVING KENNEDY DFC MD , Wing Commander ANDREW MACKENZIE DFC CD , Flight Lieutenant LARRY ROBILLARD DFM CD
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Dawn Eagles Rising by Robert TaylorAircraft Me 109
'Follow up' edition to Height and Sun
September 1940: And the Battle of Britain is reaching its crescendo as the Mel09s of 1./JG52, with their bright yellow noses glinting in the sun, gather speed and altitude as they form up shortly after take-off from their base at Coquelles, near Calais. Led by Hauptmann Wolfgang Ewald, the Scharwm settle into their loose, finger-four formation, the pilots alert for danger and ready for yet another raid on England, just a few miles across the Channel.
Signed by up to 18 Veterens: GUNTHER RALL, HUGO BROCH, WALTER WOLFRUM , ERICH AXTHAMMER, HELMUT BALLEWSKI, HANS-EKKEHARD BOB , GUSTAV DREES, NORBET HANNIG, HERBERT ROLLER, WILHELM NOLLER, GUNTHER NORDENHOLTZ, JOHANNES OESTERHELT, WILLI RESCHKE, OTFRIED SAHL, ERNST SCHEUFELE, KARL-FRITZ SCHLOSSSTEIN, WALTER SCHUCK, GUNTHER SEEGER
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Inbound To Target - The Dambusters by Robert Taylor
Aircraft: Lancaster
The crews of 617 Squadron that took part in the epic Dambusters raid on the night of 16/17 May 1943 were among the finest in the RAF, especially the pilots. They were the elite of Bomber Command, and when they left RAF Scampton that night, the skills of their pilots - some of the finest bomber pilots of the Second World War, would be tested to the limit.
All editions signed by Sergeant RAY GRAYSTON RAF, Squadron Leader GEORGE JOHNSON DFM RAF, Corporal KENNETH LUCAS RAF, Flight Sergeant GRANT McDONALD RCAF, Squadron Leader LES MUNRO DSO DFC RNZAF, Sergeant FRED SUTHERLAND RCAF.
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|  The Road to the Rhine by Robert TaylorC-47 Dakotas
On Sunday 17 September 1944, the first day of Operation Market Garden, C-47 Dakotas of the 439th Troop Carrier Group dropped thousands of paratroopers from the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions into Holland, a hundred and fifty miles behind enemy lines. This daring operation, the largest airborne assault of World War II, aimed to capture and secure vital bridges in the Allies' push towards the Rhine.
Signed by Robert Taylor and up to 21 veterans of 'Easy' Company, 506th P.I.R and 506th P.I.R, 101st Airborne
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|  A Welcome Home by Anthony SaundersAircraft - B17G
THE MIGHTY EIGHTH PORTFOLIO
As the late summer sun starts to set over the peaceful English countryside, the relieved but weary crew members of ‘the 379th Bomb Group, nurse their battle scarred B-17's back to their base at Kimbolton
Signed by Lieutenant Colonel ROBERT GOSSMAN, First Lieutenant LEONARD L. SPIVEY
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  A Clash of Eagles by Anthony SaundersAircraft - P-51 Mustang, Me109
THE MIGHTY EIGHTH PORTFOLIO
In the open skies high over occupied Europe, P-51 Mustangs of the 20th Fighter Group, flying out of Kings Cliffe, engage Me109’s from JG77 in a furiously contested dogfight.
Signed by Lieutenant Colonel CLYDE EAST, Oberleutnant KURT SCHULZE
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|  Holding the Line by Richard TaylorTiger Tank
Skillfully led by their mercurial commander, SS-Hauptsturmführer Michael Wittmann, the Tiger Tanks of s.SS-Pz. Abt. 101 blaze through a shattered French village in the days following D-Day, June, 1944. Their destination Normandy!
Signed by Obergefreiter HENRY METELMANN, Feldwebel HEINZ FELLBRICH, Sturmann KARL-HEINZ DECKER
Tribute Proofs (SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY) also signed by
OTTO CARIUS , GERHARD FISCHER, WALTHER GIRG , ALBERT KERSCHER, NORBERT KUJACINSKI, RICHARD RUDOLF
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Height and Sun by Robert TaylorHawker Hurricane
In Robert Taylor's outstanding new painting, Hurricanes of 32 Sqn climb high into the morning sky, gaining Height and Sun in an attempt to take the advantage over the onslaught of enemy fighters - August, 1940. Featuring a typical 'Robert Taylor skyscape’ this new image captures the surreal calmness above the clouds, belying the fury of action and ultimate sacrifices made in those crisp blue skies.
Signed by up to 40 veterans including Sir Douglas Bader
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Milne Bay - The Turning Point by Robert TaylorP40 Kittyhawk - RAAF
The Battle for Milne Bay in New Guinea was a story of true grit, determination, and valour; it was the moment when the Imperial Japanese Army tasted defeat on land for the first time in nearly three centuries.
Signed by up to 9 Veterans: Flight Lieutenant ARTHUR D. TUCKER, Flight Lieutenant H.A. ‘HARRY’ KERR MID, Squadron Leader PETER BOOTH-JONES DFC, Flight Lieutenant RAIFE J. COWAN, Group Captain ROSS H. GLASSOP DFC* MID, Flight Lieutenant A.J. NAT GOULD, Flight Lieutenant NOEL C. TODD, Squadron Leader BRUCE D. WATSON DFC
Publishers Proof also signed by Hon GOUGH WHITLAM AC QC, former Flight Lieutenant 13 Sqn RAAF
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Typhoons Outward BoundTyphoon
In the months following D-Day, Hawker’s hard-hitting, snub-nosed Typhoon struck terror into the German formations in Normandy, crack Panzer units wilted under the constant hail of rockets and bombs. Several times a day the Typhoon pilots would cross the Channel to run the gauntlet of flak and ground fire, and deliver their lethal cargo.
Signed by up to 4 veterans Wing Commander J.F.D. ‘TIM’ ELKINGTON, Warrant Officer JOHN ‘ABE’ LINCOLN, Pilot Officer ‘RUSTY’ TOWNSEND, Flying Officer JOHN BYRNE
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Misty Morning by Philip WestLancaster
The Avro Lancaster was designed from the outset to build a bomber capable of reaching the heartland of the enemy. Put this together with Rolls Royce Merlin engines, and a superlative aircraft was born. No less than 59 Bomber Command units saw active service with the Lancaster, flying 156,000 sorties
The Primary Edition is signed by a Lancaster pilot: Flt Lt Phil Ainley DFC.
The Artist Proof is also signed by two additional pilots, including a 35 squadron Pathfinder pilot: Flt. Lt. Joe Petrie-Andrews DFC DFM, Sqn. Ldr. Lawrence "Benny" Goodman
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Phantoms and the Ark RoyalPhantom - Ark Royal
Pictured during her final call to duty. The majestic, Royal Navy HMS Ark Royal, sailed into wind to recover Phantom's returning from a cap mission. In operational service the Phantom provided immense additional capability to the Fleet Air Arm. Mach 2 performance, impressive range, all-weather, strike and air defence.
The Primary Edition is signed by Royal Navy Phantom pilot Lt Cdr David Braithwaite MBE MRAes MCIM
Artist Proof edition is signed by an additional pilot, Commander Neville Featherstone RN and Commander Peter Rickard RN (Senior Observer)
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  We Salute You by Philip WestLancaster Bomber
As night falls Lancaster bombers head out over Lincoln Cathedral on yet another highly dangerous mission over enemy territory. Lancaster aircraft first entered service in 1941, normally with a crew of seven whose average age was 22. With a top speed of 287mph and ability to carry a massive bomb load of 22,000lbs, Lancasters proved a formidable as well as reliable aircraft, one held in the highest regard by its young, though highly motivated crews.
The Primary Edition prints are signed by the pilot Ron Clark
The Artist Proofs are also signed by 'Lish' Easby, PLUS TWO further Lancaster pilots.
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Supergirl by Colin CarterDanica Patrick, AGR Dallara -Honda, 2008, Indy Japan 300
On April 20th 2008, Danica Patrick raced into the history books winning the Indy Japan 300 at the Twin Ring Montegi circuit in Japan.
All editions signed by the artist and Danica Patrick
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|  Open Assault by Robert taylorHurricane, Stuka
Robert Taylor's memorable painting 'Open Assault', shows Hurricanes of 501 Squadron attacking a force of Ju87 Stukas as they dive-bomb naval vessels and installations in the port of Dover on 29 July 1940. High explosive bombs detonate within the sheltered anchorage as escorting Bf109s from JG51 race in to protect their lumbering charges. Four Stukas and two Me109s are dispatched, for the loss of just one RAF aircraft.
Main editions signed by up to 8 veterans Group Captain BYRON DUCKENFIELD AFC, Leutnant WILHELM NOLLER , Wing Commander TONY PICKERING, Squadron Leader DOUGLAS NICHOLLS DFC, Major ERIC RUDORFFER,Oberleutnant GUNTHER SEEGER,General JOHANNES STEINHOFF, Generalleutnant GUNTHER RALL
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|  Dambuster Dawn by Stephen BrownLancaster
May 17th 1943: the thunder of Merlin engines fills the air, shattering the quiet of a Dutch dawn and causing wildfowl to scatter in alarm. Flying at tree-top height the Lancaster of Bill Townsend heads at full throttle towards the coast and the relative safety of the North Sea.
All editions are signed and numbered by the artist. The Artist Proofs come with the Companion Print shown below which is signed by: Squadron Leader George ‘Johnny’ Johnson DFM
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|  Homeward Bound by Anthony SaundersBattle of Britain - Me109
Anthony Saunders' compelling new painting brings to life a typical cameo from those long and arduous aerial contests during the Battle of Britain; an Me109 from JG-26 has taken a hit during the fighting, the engine is overheating, and beginning to trail smoke. But the Squadron Commander, the legendary Adolf Galland, closes in to escort the stricken fighter back across the Channel. Crossing the iconic white cliffs of Dover, the drama, depicted in this new Battle of Britain Portfolio series, has time to run.
Signed by Two Luftwaffe Knight's Cross holders who fought in the Battle of Britain; Generalleutnant GÜNTHER RALL, Major HANS EKKEHARD BOB
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|  High Summer by Anthony SaundersBattle of Britain - Spitfire, Me109
Anthony Saunders' new painting High Summer, portrays Spitfires from 92 Squadron as they successfully engage Me109's over the harvested fields of southern England, in August 1940. The desperate action of aerial combat is beautifully captured in this compelling and accurate reconstruction of a famous fighter squadron at war.
Signed by two distinguished Battle of Britain veterans; Flight Lieutenant ROBIN APPLEFORD, Flight Lieutenant TREVOR GRAY
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|  Tactical Suport By Richard TaylorP38 Lightning
With bright yellow spinners and distinctive twin-booms glinting in the June sunshine, two P-38 Lockheed Lightnings of the USAAF's 79th Fighter Squadron, 20th Fighter Group hurtle low over Pegasus Bridge as they race across the Normandy landscape shortly after the D-Day landings, June 1944. Flying from their base at Kings Cliffe in Cambridgeshire they have today been tasked to support the advancing allied forces; they will strafe and bomb the enemy lines, destroying enemy communications, armour and ground targets, causing as much chaos and disruption as they can. Dangerous work, these low-level missions, but tasks that the tough P-38 pilots relish
Signed by up to Six Veterans Captain JAMES KUNKLE, Lieutenant Colonel WILLIAM WILLIS, Lieutenant Colonel WILLIAM POPE, Staff Sergeant PETER BOYLE, Sergeant TITCH RAYNER, Sergeant BILL TRUE
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|  Home is the Hunter by Philip WestHurricane
The Hawker Hurricane, long remembered as the 'other fighter' of the Battle of Britain. Available in large enough numbers prior to the battle, the aircraft proved to be the mainstay of the RAF and went on to record a formidable reputation as a robust machine offering its pilots a steady gun platform. In terms of victories over enemy aircraft it was the most successful of all British fighters.
Signed by former Hurricane pilot Wg. Cmdr. Peter Ayerst. Artist Proofs are also signed by Wg. Cdr. Tom Neil DFC* AFC AE
Original also available
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|  Wolfpack by Robert Taylor P-47s
On 26 November, 1943, the P-47s of the 56th Fighter Group were tasked to escort B-24 Liberators of the 392nd Bomb Group on a dangerous mission to attack the heavily defended industrial and dockyard facilities in the German port of Bremen.
Signed by up to 17 veterans Colonel WALKER 'BUD' MAHURIN , Brigadier General LESLIE C. SMITH, Brigadier General LYLE ADRIANSE, Colonel HAROLD 'BUNNY' COMSTOCK, Major MICHAEL B. GLADYCH, Captain SHIRLEY 'S.D.' ULCH, Colonel GORDON BATDORF, Colonel FRANCIS 'GABBY' GABRESKI, Lt. Colonel ROBERT S. JOHNSON, Colonel ROBERT WINTERS, Colonel 'HUB' ZEMKE
Top 4 editions supplied with companion print
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|  Channel Dash Heroes by Philip WestSwordfish
The Straits of Dover, 12th February 1942. Sub Lieutenant Edgar Lee helps his badly wounded pilot, Sub Lieutenant Brian Rose from the cockpit of their downed Swordfish, before it sinks into the depths of the English Channel following their brave attack on the mighty German fleet.
Signed by Lt. Cdr. Edgar Lee DSO
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|  From Dawn to Dusk by Philip WestSpitfires
Salisbury Cathedral is famous for its elegance and having the highest spire in England: 404ft high. During 1940, 609 Squadron Spitfires were based near-by at Middle Wallop, from where they fought the Battle of Britain and joined the first cross channel operations against occupied Europe. The airfield was attacked several times during the Battle of Britain, causing casualties and a number of aircraft were destroyed.
All prints signed by Flight Lieutenant R G (Bob) Large, DFC, Legion d’Honneur, Artist Proof also signed by Wing Commander Peter Ayerst DFC, Sqn. Ldr. M. S. Pujji DFC
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Pathfinder Force by Philip WestMosquitoes
Passing low over Norwich Cathedral on this wintry evening, Pathfinder Mosquitoes begin to transit east from their bases on yet another dangerous night-time mission over enemy territory. They will take the lead on this bombing mission and their role is to identify and mark pre-planned targets with flares, enabling the main force of Lancaster and Halifax aircraft to drop their bombs as accurately as possible.
Primary Edition signed by Flt Lieutenant Douglas Hadland. The Artist Proof also signed by Sqn. Ldr. Tommy Broom DFC and S/Ldr. W.E. (Bill) Lucas DFC
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Spitfires High Patrol by Philip WestSpitfire
A gathering section of 124 Squadron Spitfires led by Peter Ayerst climbs for height above the bomber stream and a lone Mosquito.
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Spitfire Scramble by Philip WestSpitfire
Flt. Lt. Geoff ‘Boy’ Wellum leads this flight of Spitfires from 92 Squadron in a scramble to take on the might of the German Luftwaffe during the height of the Battle of Britain.
The Primary Edition is signed by former Battle of Britain pilot Geoffrey Wellum DFC. Artist Proof is signed by two additional Battle of Britain pilots: Wing Commander Tom Neil DFC* AFC AE, Group Captain Allan Richard Wright DFC*.
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  The Night Shift by Philip WestStirling
The Short Stirling was the RAF's first four-engined bomber to enter service and it served throughout WW11 in many roles including bomber, minelayer, troop carrier and glider-tug.
All editions signed by Philip West and Flt. R. Livermore. Artist Proofs also signed by Sqn. Ldr. Lawrence “Benny” Goodman and S/Ldr. W.E. (Bill) Lucas DFC
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Nicolas Trudgian, 'Sea Wolves'.
The only opportunity to obtain the full-size reproduction of the sensational original painting by
Captain Erich Topp steers his Type VIIc U-Boat number U-552 'Red Devil' towards the sanctuary
of the base at St Nazaire after another patrol during the gruelling Battle of the Atlantic in 1942.
Supplied rolled for free shipping (require stretching by your picture framer)
HAND SIGNED IN PAINT BY NICOLAS TRUDGIAN
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|  The Biff Boys by Robert TaylorAlbatross D.V scouts - Bristol F.2b - Sopwith Camel
Robert Taylor’s new aerial masterwork captures perfectly the scenario on that decisive morning in November 1917. Lt. Powell is seen pumping a deadly burst of machine gun fire into a diving Albatross as the aerial duel wheels and turns in a magnificent skyscape high above Cambrai.
All editions supplied with companion print signed by Henry J. L. Botterell 1896 - 2003
Artist Proof main print also signed by Henry Allingham, who at age 112 is the oldest surviving combatant from the First World War.
The Tribute Proofs have extra companion print and aditional signatures of:
Charles A. W. Watson 1899 - 2005
Manfred von Richthofen 1892 - 1918
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|  Puttalam Elephants by Robert Taylor
F4U Corsair
Operating happily in conditions where towing tractors became quickly bogged down, the Puttalam Elephants provided an invaluable service, and became much loved by the pilots and ground crews.
This superb piece was originally painted by Robert back in 1984 as a commission for the Fleet Air Arm Museum in Yeovilton, but was never released as a limited edition.
Signed by up to 8 veterans Lieutenant ERIC BEECHINOR RN, Sub Lieutenant (A) GORDON DUNNELL RNVR , Sub Lieutenant TONY MAYLETT RN, Captain ERIC 'WINKLE' BROWN CBE, DSC, FRAeS, RN , Sub-Lieutenant VICTOR KAIRIS RN , Lieutenant CYRIL PRICE RN , Lieutenant PETER TWISS OBE, DSC*, RN , Lieutenant Commander BRUCE VIBERT RN
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|  Savuti Elephants by David Shepherd
Following the sell-out success of ‘The Ranthambore Tiger’ by David Shepherd, we are pleased to announce the publication of ‘Savuti Elephants’.
David’s superb painting has been reproduced as a giclée print on canvas limited to only 55 Artist-Signed copies
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|  Nine O Nine by Philip WestAn outstanding new painting by highly acclaimed and collected artist Philip E. West. By any standards a fabulously evocative painting, of one of the most remarkable aircraft to have flown during World War 2.
Check out the detail on the nose of the aircraft, the ground crew braving freezing cold weather to get their favourite aircraft ready for when the crew arrive, look at the trees and ground - that's how it was in those days!
The sun rising, though, gives you a sense of warmth as well as reassurance this mighty bomber will once again be able to take to the skies that day and in so doing, contribute to our very own freedom now.
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|  Dambusters and Enroute by Anthony SaundersFlying at altitudes as low as fifty feet, Lancasters of 617 Squadron follow the Dutch canals en-route to Germany - their target, the mighty Dams of the Rühr - on the night of the 16 / 17 May 1943. At such low level the pilots of many of the specially modified Lancasters found their flying skills tested to the extreme
GREAT SIGNATURES
AVAILBLE AS A PAIR OR INDIVIDUALLY
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|  Arctic Hunters by Richard TaylorMe109s JG5
Occupied by the Germans, by 1942 Norway had become vital to Hitler’s war in the East. With the Russians threatening to overrun Finland and attack Norway, the pilots of JG5 were tasked to support German ground forces, and to escort the incessant Luftwaffe attacks on Arctic Convoys from Britain to the vital Russian ports of Murmansk and Archangel. With such unpredictably harsh weather it was a life-or-death battle fought under extreme conditions.
Signed by up to 4 eminent Luftwaffe veterans: Unteroffizier GUNTHER KOLB , Major ERICH RUDORFFER, Oberleutnant WALTER SCHUCK, Hauptmann KARL-FRITZ SCHLOSSSTEIN
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|  Eagle Force by Robert TaylorRobert Taylor's magnificent new painting features Spitfire Vbs of 71 Squadron RAF as they return to their base at North Weald, September 1941, the young American pilots perhaps taking a brief moment to marvel at the myriad colours of the late evening sun - welcome relief from the perils of recent air combat with the Luftwaffe high above the English Channel.
Editions signed by up to 16 veterans:
Tribute Edition is issued with a companion print
Tribute Proof (UK orders only) is issued with a matted companion print and a companion print
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|  Super Tex by Colin CarterThe Indianapolis Signature Series
A.J.Foyt was driving a Ford powered Coyote at the 1967 Indianapolis 500 and, in the latter stages of the race was following leader Parnelli Jones' STP Turbine until, with just three laps to go, Jones' transmission bearing broke and A.J. swept into the lead. As he was about to take the checkered flag a multi-car crash blocked his way.
Signed by A.J.Foyt
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|  Revolution by Colin CarterThe Indianapolis Signature Series
Dan Gurney's European racing experience was instrumental in the creation of this new Anglo-American challenger. Built by Lotus in the UK, having modified their model 25 Formula 1 design, it was revolutionary in every way compared to the traditional 'roadster', with the driver's head barely visable, mere inches ahead of its shrieking V8 Ford built engine.
Signed by Dan Gurney
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|  Dawn Sortie by Gerald CoulsonSpitfire
Gerald Coulson's majestic new painting captures a pair of Spitfire Mk1s at dawn high above the clouds over southern England in late 1940. An iconic tribute from the artist to the greatest fighter aircraft of all time.
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|  Sunset Swoop by Stuart BrownStuart's passion is skydiving and his latest superb painting illustrates this.
A sport skydiver performs a high-speed swoop landing after the last load of the day.
Modern high-performance skydiving canopies are capable of high-speed landings using energy generated in a skilfully judged rotating dive.
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|  Those Valiant Few by Robert TaylorTHE GRAPHITE PORTFOLIO - The Tribute Edition and the Artist Proof Edition
The third in Robert Taylor's NEW series of Limited Edition pencil drawings
The new Limited Edition from Robert Taylor, whose evocative pencil drawing commemorates Churchill’s famous ‘FEW’, the valiant young pilots of RAF Fighter Command who flew and fought in the Battle of Britain.
Signed by up to 56 Battle of Britain pilots
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Moral Support by Philip WestThe Lancaster and Mosquito became legends in their own time during WW2.
Both performed vital roles in support of the allied cause roaming far and wide over occupied Europe. The courage and dedication of their crews
helped secure our freedom.
Primary Edition prints are signed by the artist and Flt. Lt. ‘Rusty’ Waughman DFC,101 Squadron Lancaster pilot on 30 ops.
Artist Proofs are also signed by Flt. Lt. Ronald Holmes DFC, also a 101 Squadron Lancaster pilot and veteran of 32 ops. over enemy territory
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Only The Brave by Philip WestLysander
A Lysander prepares to leave its base on yet another dangerous and secret mission to drop agents into occupied France during WW11. Agents and Pilots alike, took great personal risk during these operations.
Primary Edition prints are signed by the artist and SOE Lysander pilot Flt. Lt. R G (Bob) Large, DFC, Legion d’Honneur.
Artist Proofs are also signed by SOE pilot Flt. Lt. Murray Anderson, DFC*, US Air Medal
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|  Cold Front by Nicolas Trudgian Canvas EditionCanvas Giclee Edition - The only opportunity to obtain the full-size reproduction of the sensational original painting by Nicolas Trudgian, 'Cold Front'. The closest you will ever get to owning the original
The bitter Russian winter of 1943/44 was matched by some of the toughest fighting of the ground war. Between the Carpathian Mountains and the Dneiper River elements of the 1st SS Panzer Division Leibstandarte SS Adolf Hitler reinforced their fearsome reputation.
Another superbly atmospheric painting by Nicolas Trudgian
HAND SIGNED IN PAINT BY NICOLAS TRUDGIAN
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|  Vital Force By Richard TaylorHurricane
Richard Taylor’s poignant new painting captures eloquently the urgency of a scramble an everyday occurrence during those frantic days in the summer of 1940. Battle of Britain ace Flight Lieutenant Ian Gleed leads a detachment of Hurricane Mk1s from 87 Squadron as they climb out of their Exeter airfield during the peak of the battle in the high summer of 1940.
Signed by up to 6 Battle of Britain pilots Flight Lieutenant PETER HAIRS MD, Flight Lieutenant BILL GREEN, Group Captain BYRON DUCKENFIELD AFC, Wing Commander BOB DOE DSO DFC*, Wing Commander JOHN TIM ELKINGTON, Wing Commander TONY PICKERING
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|  The Great Escape By Ley KenyonPOW Wartime Artist
The night of 24 March 1944 has gone down in history as one of the bravest and most daring escape attempts of the entire war This was the night of ‘The Great Escape’. Over 200 inmates of the Prisoner of War camp Stalag Luft III in Zagan, Poland were ready and prepared with forged papers, maps, civilian clothes and an indomitable desire to be free.
Needed for this were camera and film, both luxuries that could not be squandered on posterity; thus the senior British officer asked fellow prisoner and artist Ley Kenyon to make a visual record of ‘Harry’ the tunnel that would ultimately be used for the escape. Kenyon completed six drawings, all of which were sealed in a watertight container fashioned from old milk tins, and stored in the abandoned tunnel ‘Dick’.
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|  Closing The Gap by Robert TaylorTyphoon
As Typhoon Mk1b fighter-bombers of 247 Squadron exit the target area near Falaise at full throttle, the havoc wreaked in their wake bears witness to the devastation of their powerful rockets. Fuel and ammunition from the retreating German column explode with shattering detonations, the savagery of the attack demoralising the enemy into stunned oblivion.
Editions signed by up to 50 veterans -
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|  Threatening Skies by Richard TaylorB29, Nagajima Ki44s
As dawn breaks over the Pacific, a determined force of Japanese Ki-44's launch a surprise attack on a large formation of USAAF B-29 Superfortresses as they approach the Japanese mainland. B-29 gunners let rip as one fighter flashes past, with a second fighter closing at high speed.
All editions signed by Lieutenant Colonel RALPH NUTTER, Colonel JAMES PATTILLO, Captain BEN ROBERTSON and supplied with free companion print
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|  Some Rookie by Ray GoldsbroughLewis Hamilton
With Lewis Hamilton taking the Formula 1 World by storm, international motorsport artist, Ray Goldsbrough could not resist producing a painting depicting this young star. ‘Some Rookie’ celebrates Hamilton’s win at Montreal
Signed by the artist
Retail Price £117.50 : Olivers Price £100
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|  Breaching The Eder Dam by Robert Taylor
Dambusters
Robert Taylor’s sensational new painting vividly shows the dramatic moment of impact. In the cockpit Knight and flight engineer Ray Grayston fight the controls to clear the dam, combining their physical strength to haul the lumbering Lancaster up and over the dam and to clear the high ground that lies ahead. Below and behind them, the second of Germany’s mighty western dams lies finally breached
Up to 9 signatures
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|  Red Tail Escort by Richard TaylorP-51 Mustangs, B17
The Tuskegee Red Tail pilots of the 332nd Fighter Group are a more than welcome sight as they close in to escort home a damaged B17 Fortress of the 483rd Bomb Group. Seen high over the Italian Alps during the summer of 1944.
Signed by Colonel CHARLES McGEE, Lieutenant Colonel LEO R. GRAY, Lieutenant Colonel GEORGE E. HARDY, Lieutenant Colonel WILLIAM H. HOLLOMAN III, Lieutenant Colonel ALEXANDER JEFFERSON, Second Lieutenant LOWELL STEWARD
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|  Horrido by Robert TaylorMe109s
With the traditional battle cry ringing in their ears, Squadron Commander Hptm Wolfgang Ewald leads pilots of I./JG52 into combat. Based at Coquelles/Calais in September 1940, the JG-52 Me109s hurtle down in a high-speed dive to engage the enemy during the ferociously fought Battle of Britain.
Signed by 10 of the Luftwaffe's top fighter Aces of World War II. Leutnant HUGO BROCH, Major HANS-EKKEHARD BOB, Leutnant NORBET HANNIG, Feldwebel HERBERT KOLLER, Generalleutnant GÜNTHER RALL, Major ERIC RUDORFFER, Oberleutnant WALTER SCHUCK, Leutnant HERMANN SCHLEINHEGE, Oberleutnant GÜNTHER SEEGER, Oberleutnant WALTER WOLFRUM
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|  Ready for Action by Philip E WestMosquito
The de Havilland Mosquito was one of the most outstanding British built aircraft of the Second World War. It was first proposed as a fast, unarmed bomber.
Primary Edition signed by 'Hilly' Hilliard, former Banff Sqn. and Pathfinder pilot.
The Artist Proofs are also signed by Wing Commander Branse Burbridge DSO and Bar, DFC and Bar, the RAF's top night-fighter pilot.
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Spitfires - Masters of the Air by Philip E WestAt the end of another days hard air combat fighting over the war-torn skies of England, Spitfires of 92 Squadron enjoy a rare, peaceful moment prior to returning to base during the "Battle of Britain". The few prevailed and gave us the freedom we enjoy to this day.
Primary Edition signed by Flying Officer Terry Green (Spitfire pilot)
The Artist Proofs are also signed by Air Commodore Peter Brothers DSO, DFC & Bar.
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Together We Stand by Philip E West
The Douglas Dakota was undoubtedly one of the most important allied aircraft of the Second World War. The aircraft served in a variety of roles including paratroop-dropping, glider-towing, casualty evacuation to transporting all sorts of materials from food to weapons of war. It did it all and in doing so, helped win the war.
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|  On a Wing and a Prayer by Philip E WestThe venerable Fairy Swordfish was the Fleet Air Arms premier torpedo-bomber at the outbreak of World War 11. It may have looked archaic in appearance, but its courageous crews proved time and time again that it was a potent fighting machine.
Primary Edition signed by Stanley Brand, former Swordfish pilot.
Artist Proofs are also signed by John Moffat, Swordfish pilot who attacked and help sink the German battleship "Bismarck".
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|  Rabaul - Fly For Your Life by Robert Taylor'Black Sheep' F4U Corsair
With typical mastery, Robert Taylor has brought to life an encounter over Rabaul in late December 1943, paying tribute to one of the US Marine Corps most famous fighter squadrons, and its outstanding leader. With the
Japanese airbase at Rabaul visible in the distance, 'Pappy' boyington and his fellow pilots of VMF-214 tear into a large formation of Japanese Zekes and a series of deadly dogfights have started, one Zeke already fallen victim to their guns.
Signed by up to 7 Brigadier General BRUCE J. MATHESON USMC, Major HARRY JOHNSON USMC, Lieutenant Colonel HENRY M. BOURGEOIS USMC (Companion Print), Lieutenant Colonel W. THOMAS EMRICH USMC, Colonel EDWIN A. HARPER USMC (Companion Print), Lieutenant Colonel JAMES J. HILL USMC, Captain FRED S. LOSCH USMC
Black Sheep Tribute Portfolio (subject to availability) also signed by Lieutenant Colonel JOHN F. BOLT USMC (Matted Signature), Captain GLENN BOWERS USMC (Original pencil drawing), Colonel GREGORY 'PAPPY' BOYINGTON MOH USMC (Matted Signature), Lieutenant Colonel WILLIAM D. HEIER USMC (Original pencil drawing), Major MARION 'RUSTY' MARCH USMC (Original pencil drawing), Lieutenant Colonel ROBERT W. McCLURG (Matted Signature), Major EDWIN L. OLANDER USMC (Original pencil drawing)
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Destiny by Colin CarterMario Andretti was always destined to win America's greatest race, and it came on his fifth attempt, racing his back-up Hawk-Ford after wrecking his Lotus-Ford
All litho prints bear Mario's 'Driver of the Century' logo and are licensed by the 'Andretti Signature Line
Signed by Mario Andretti
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Tony Stewart by Colin Carter
Tony Stewart,Joe Gibbs Racing, Home Depot Chevrolet
One edition signed by Tony Stewart
All products bear the official NASCAR logo and are produced under all necessary licences
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|  The Battle for New Years Day by Nicolas TrudgianTo commemorate one of the greatest aerial victories of the war in Europe, Nicolas Trudgian has painted the 352nd Fighter Group's 'Bluenosers' earning a place in history for their lightning response to the surprise attack on their airfield at Asch, Belgium by the Luftwaffe at dawn on New Year's Day 1945.
*Signed by Lt Col DONALD S. BRYAN DSC, DFC (2 OLC), Air Medal (14 OLC), DUC, Major ALDEN P. RIGBY Silver Star, Air Medal (7 OLC), DUC, Capt. ROBERT 'PUNCHY' POWELL DFC (2 OLC), Air Medal (3 OLC), DUC, Col WALTER E. STARCK DFC (2 OLC), Air Medal (OLC), Purple Heart, DUC, AFCM, Lt Col CHESTER V. HARKER DFC (1 OLC), Air Medal (10 OLC), DUC, Lt Col RAYMOND R. MITCHELL DFC, Air Medal (5 OLC), DUC
*Canvas edition signed in paint by the artist only
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Valentino Rossi Signed Prints by Ray GoldsbroughVery Limited Supply
We have just received a small supply of some very sought after Valentino Rossi signed prints
All prints are supplied mounted and mint condition
All signed by Valentino Rossi and supplied with Certificate of Authenticity
These prints are all Artist Proofs (even more collectable than the normal edition)
Free P&P for Orders from UK customers (subsidised shipping for overseas customers)
Chinese Breakaway - £325
Il Dottore - £395
Flower Power - £325
Rossi Reigns Supreme - £295
Valencia Victory - £325
(all prices include vat - orders from outside the European Union are free of VAT)
These are low prices - especially for Artist Proofs - and will not be held for very long. We have found the following secondary market prices from other galleries of the normal unmounted editions; Chinese Breakaway - £435; Il Dottore - £750; Flower Power - £350; Rossi Reigns Supreme - £275; Valencia Victory - £375
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Return to Ascension by Simon AtackVulcan
On the 30th April 1982, flying from Wideawake airfield on Ascension island, Flt. Lt. Martin Withers and his crew, flying RAF Vulcan (XM607) launched the first Black Buck bombing operation of the Falklands War.
Signed by Fl. Lt. Martin Withers
Original Oil Painting also available
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Two's Company by Philip WestLancaster / Mosquito
The Lancaster and Mosquito became legends in their own time during the Second World War. Both performed vital roles in support of the allied cause roaming far and wide over occupied Europe.
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  Memphis Belle by Philip WestOver three years of continuous air combat the 91st Bombardment Group "The Ragged Irregulars" were based at Bassingbourn in England. They flew 340 missions with honor and bravery, over occupied Europe and bore such B-17 legends as "Memphis Belle", "Shoo Shoo Baby", "General Ike" and "Nine 'O' Nine.
Original Oil Painting also available
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------------------------------------------------------------ |  The Big Guns Giclee Canvas Edition by Nicolas TrudgianThe only opportunity to obtain the full-size reproduction of the sensational original painting by Nicolas Trudgian, 'The Big Guns'.
36" WIDE X 24" HIGH
A Limited Edition worldwide of only 25 canvas giclee prints .
In late 1944, responding to relentless Soviet offensives, the very best of the Luftwaffe heads towards the front to defend the homeland. The Bf109Gs of JG52, including those of the greatest aces of all time, Erich Hartmann and Gerhard Barkhorn, share the sky with the most highly decorated serviceman of the Third Reich, Hans-Ulrich Rudel, in his tank-busting Ju87G of St.G2. A superbly atmospheric painting by Nicolas Trudgian '
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