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1942 RAF General Hotspur II aeroplane recognition poster WW2 glider US Navy

1942

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To see our other original vintage warbird aeroplane posters, photographs and paintings, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from this Seller" US Naval Aviation Training Division RAF Royal Air Force General "HAMILCAR" glider Aeroplane identification poster 63x47cm A particularly unusual style of aeroplane identification poster, owing to the very arty images. Most such posters rely on very plain silhouettes, this series - and we have several in this series - have a much more arty approach to the task with shading and an interesting angle view. The Hamilcar glider - of which 344 were produced - was used only three times. Operation Overlord (D-Day landings), Operation Market...

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Original linen-backed U.S. Naval Aviation Training Division, Dec., 1942 poster for the Fairey "Albacore" aircraft. Linen-backed and in very good condi...

In this WWII-era safety poster, an aircraft is shown mid-ascent. A set of dotted lines marks the intended flight level, with a duplicate silhouette of the same aircraft above it — in...

This 1951 original Royal Air Force (RAF) recruitment poster, designed by Mount Reginald, embodies the sleek, futuristic optimism of post-war aviation. The dramatic black-and-white photograph of a Vickers Valiant bomber soaring through the clouds dominates the composition, symbolizing power, speed, and technological advancement. The lower section of the poster, in bold red and cream tones, features the RAF’s recruitment slogan: “There’s a place for you in the RAF”, reinforcing the message of opportunity and national service. The strong, modern typography and sharp geometric shapes give the poster a dynamic, forward-looking feel, in line with Britain’s post-war military modernization efforts. At the time of its release, Britain was strengthening its air defense capabilities as the Cold War intensified. The RAF’s Bomber Command played a crucial role in nuclear deterrence and strategic air power, making recruitment a key priority. The Vickers Valiant, shown in the image, was one of the RAF’s “V-bombers”, a cutting-edge fleet designed for long-range missions, showcasing Britain’s technological prowess. This poster was part of a highly effective RAF recruitment campaign, targeting young men with promises of adventure, cutting-edge technology, and national pride. The mid-century modernist design, with its bold colors, strong contrast, and dynamic composition, reflects the post-war optimism and rapid evolution of military aviation. Highly collectible today, this 1951 RAF poster...

Original vintage World War Two military propaganda poster - A British Blenheim Bomber of the Coastal Command Aids a British Destroyer in Smashing a German Submarine - featuring a col...