Set of four mini prints - depicting the Battle of Britain, Battle of France and the Evacuation of Dunkrik
Full colour prints - artwork size approx 17cm x 16.5cm with white border around - by artist Tony Theobald.
The details of each of the four prints is as follows:
'The Battle of France'
The artwork of the print shows Fairey Battles of No 12 Squadron AASF, with Hawker Hurricanes providing top cover, as they start their bombing run to bomb bridges on the Albert Canal. The aircraft of FO Garland and Sgt Gray VC who were awarded the Victoria Cross in the action, which resulted in the loss of their lives. The Croix de Guerre medal with Palm Leaf is shown to represent those awarded to some of the aircrew who served in France.
'In the Skies above Dunkirk'
The artwork of the print shows Supermarine Spitfires of No 54 Squadron approaching the beaches of Dunkirk. Flt Lt Leathart and PO Deere's aircraft are shown, with Deere's distinctive Kiwi on the door pannel, as they give chase to low flying German bombers can be seen dropping bombs on the beaches. Royal Navy ships and also the 'small ships' can be seen ferrying troops back home or approaching the beaches. The Dunkirk medal is shown in recognition for those who took part in the evacuation.
'The Battle Begins'
The artwork of the print shows Dornier Do 17s attacking Convoy Bread whilst being engaged by Spitfires fropm No 74 and 111 Squadrons in early July 1940. In turn the bombers escort of Messerschmidt Bf 109s swoop in to joint he melee. The medal shown is the Iron Cross 2nd Class from the First World War coupled with the 1st Class clasp for the Second World War to commemorate the experienced veteran fliers of the Luftwaffe who served in both wars.
'The Hardest Day'
The artwork of the print shows the Hawker Hurricane of No 615 Squadron flown by Sandy Sanders DFC about to give chase to the German bombers who bombed RAF Kenley on the 18 August 1940. In the back ground Supermarine Spitfires of No 64 Squadron engage Messerschmidt Bf 109s in a customary dog fight. The Distinguished Flying Cross is shown to commemorate the bravery and courage of the RAF pilots during the Battle of Britain.
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