The Flying Fortress
The anniversary of the first flight of the B-17...
On the 28th of July 1935, the first B-17 'Flying Fortress' took flight for the first time, little did people know at the time that this aircraft would become the most successful bomber throughout WWII.
On the anniversary of the first flight, we introduce to you some of the superb prints we've released throughout the years detailing the Flying Fortress...
CLEARING SKIES
Triple Remarque by Robert Taylor
After a brief respite in the freezing weather and with the recent snow beginning to thaw, the B-17 Fortresses of the 100th Bomb Group at Thorpe Abbotts, Norfolk prepare to carry out the Eighth Air Force’s latest mission to Germany, during the harsh winter of early 1945.
Personally signed by ELEVEN veterans who flew with the 100th BG, this unique copy also features a spectacular original pencil remarque in the lower border of B-17s on a bombing run over their target.
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CO-OPERATION
Limited Edition by Keith Burns
The crew of a crippled B-17G Flying Fortress from the US Eighth Air Force receive emergency treatment from RAF medics after making a forced landing at an RAF airfield following a daylight raid deep into Germany.
This dramatic and award-winning piece has been personally hand-signed by the artist. Find out more HERE!
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COMBAT OVER THE REICH
Presentation Copy by Robert Taylor
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Approaching their target at the oil refinery at Zwickau, 60 miles south west of Dresden, the 452nd Bomb Group's B-17 Fortresses were bounced by 28 Me262 jets from JG7.
Robert's superb print, featuring FIVE Luftwaffe Ace signatures was originally released in 2000 and is extremely difficult to find on the secondary market, fortunately we have ONE copy available!
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HELPING HAND
Multi-Signed Publishers Proof by Robert Taylor
A damaged B-17 Flying Fortress, down on power and speed, has lost touch with the formation and is alone in a hostile sky - easy prey for the enemy fighter. With crew members injured and unable to bale out, the skipper has elected to stay with his ship in an effort to bring his crew home.
Signed only by the artist on release in 1989, this completely unique copy has been additionally autographed over the years by an astonishing FORTY FIVE veterans of the American Air Force and Navy personnel who served during WWII and Vietnam. Find out more HERE!
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BACK FROM BERLIN
Book and Print Portfolio
Whilst the rest of the force had been recalled due to bad weather, two squadrons from the 95th BG, one from the 100th BG and a pathfinder from the 482nd BG pressed on towards Berlin. With their P-51 Mustang escorts from the 4th FG and 357th FG, the small American force successfully released their bombs on target despite the large presence of Luftwaffe fighters over the German capital.
128 page hardback book in its own embossed slipcase alongside a veteran-signed copy of the Limited Edition print...
Signed by ONE highly-regarded USAAF veteran who flew B-17s on the raid depicted. Find out more HERE!
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THUNDERHEADS OVER RIDGEWELL
Limited Edition by Robert Taylor
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One aircraft, more than any other, came to symbolise the great bombing campaign of the USAAF in Europe during World War Two, and in his spectacular new painting Robert Taylor captures the magnificence of Boeing's legendary B-17 Flying Fortress.
This print features the signatures of THREE highly respected pilots and crew who flew the B-17 Flying Fortress with the 381st Bomb Group at Ridgewell during World War II.
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MISSION COMPLETED
Triple Remarque by Robert Taylor
Having survived a barrage of flak on the run-in to the target, this B-17 has taken a pounding from enemy fighters on the way home. She is handling badly and has been losing height all the way back from Germany. Her crew have fought all the way to bring their ship home and they are exhausted.
Outside of featuring THREE superb remarques by Robert Taylor himself, this timeless print has been signed by FIVE aviators who were awarded the Medal of Honor when flying the B-17 Flying Fortress. Find out more HERE!
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A WELCOME RETURN
Limited Edition by Anthony Saunders
As the late summer sun starts to set over the peaceful English countryside, the relieved, but weary, crew of ’Ol Gappy’ of the 379th Bomb Group, nurse their battle scarred B-17G back to their base at Kimbolton. Close behind them, the remainder of the group, relieved to see familiar territory, make their final approaches after a gruelling mission to Meresburg on 11 September 1944.
Prints in this memorable edition are personally signed by TWO highly respected B-17 pilots who flew with the 8th Air Force in Europe. Find out more HERE!
Don't miss out - contact us TODAY to order your copies whilst stocks allow!
