Schweinfurt the Second Mission, Robert Taylor signed by Ten B-17 Aircrew
Specifications
| Return Shipping Will Be Paid By | Buyer |
| All Returns Accepted | Returns Accepted |
| Item Must Be Returned Within | 30 Days |
| Artist | Robert Taylor |
| Unit Of Sale | Single-Piece Work |
| Size | Medium (up to 36in.) |
| Print Size | 36 x 24 inches |
| Also Featuring | Schweinfurt |
| Item Length | 36 inches |
| Region Of Origin | California, USA |
| Framing | Unframed |
| Listed By | Aces High Gallery |
| Year Of Production | 2006 |
| Autographs Also Include | “Bud” Klint |
| Item Height | 24 inches |
| Style | Aviation Art |
| Features | Limited Edition |
| Autographs Include: | Kemp Maclaughlin |
| Time Period Produced | 2000-2009 |
| Image Orientation | Landscape |
| Signed | Yes |
| Color | Color |
| Material | Lithograph |
| Aircraft Featured | B-17 |
| Certificate Of Authenticity (COA) | Yes |
| Original/Licensed Reprint | Limited Edition Print |
| Topic: | USAAF |
| Subject | Aircraft |
| Edition | Schweinfurt Edition |
| Featuring | 92nd Bomb Group |
| Type | Art Print |
| Autographed By: | Schweinfurt B-17 Pilots |
| COA Issued By | Military Gallery |
| Theme | Art |
| Production Technique | Lithography |
| Country/Region Of Manufacture | United States |
A STUNNING TRIBUTE TO THE BRAVE AIRCREWS WHO FLEW ONE OF THE MOST GRUELING MISSIONS OF WWIISCHWEINFURT THE SECOND MISSION by Robert TaylorBriefing at 0500 hours on the morning of 14 October 1943 brought the crews of the 92nd Bomb Group news they didn’t want to hear: “It’s Schweinfurt again!” The same message was being repeated in USAAF bomb group briefing rooms all over eastern England in the early hours of what was to become forever known as “Black Thursday”.This superb piece depicts Colonel Budd Peaslee’s B-17 Equipose, flown by lead pilot Kemp Maclaughlin, leading the Fortresses of the 92nd Bomb Group en-route to the vital ball-bearing factories at Schweinfurt.High over Germany, beyond the range of Allied fighter cover, the unprotected B-17s come under relentless attack from enemy fighters. Losses are high. Undeterred, the valiant crews press on to the target, their relentless determination and courage on that “Black Thursday” forever etched into aviation folklore.THE SIGNATURES Each has been signed by THREE pilots, all veterans of the second Schweinfurt mission on 14 October 1943, including the mission command pilot Kemp Maclaughlin:General J. KEMP MACLAUGHLINFirst Lieutenant WILBUR “BUD” KLINTFirst Lieutenant JOHN P. NOACKThis stunning print carries the original autographs of iconic WWII Aircrew and is the perfect centerpiece for any aviation art collection.ALSO AVAILABLE FRAMED & SHIPPED - Please ask for detailsWe will always do our best to combine shipping on multiple purchases whenever possible – please ask.BUY WITH CONFIDENCE: We have been in business for over 25 years and our items are guaranteed to be in perfect condition, unless specified otherwise.SHIPPING: Larger prints are rolled in acid free tissue and shipped in large, heavy duty shipping tubes with smaller prints 'flat packed' in custom made packaging. Matted & framed pieces are packed in our custom made boxes. Our shipping is insured and guaranteed. YOUR PIECE OF MIND: As a reputable company, if any issues do arise we don't expect our customers to deal with it. So if there are any problems such as with condition, delivery or damages then we will take care of it with a replacement, store credit or your money back.Please note: The signatures on our pieces are not reproductions; they are original autographs, hand-signed by the veterans involved.
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