A Tribute to one of the most famous RAF bomber units of WWII
A LINCOLNSHIRE SUNSET 1944
By Gerald Coulson
On a clear night in 1944, as the sun is setting over their Lincolnshire airfield, the men of 617 Squadron can be seen preparing their Lancaster bombers in readiness for the long night ahead over occupied Europe.
Of all the crews of RAF Bomber Command, 617 Squadron are perhaps the best known. Famed for their expertise in precision bombing and utilizing many of the developments of Barnes Wallis, they took part in some of the most famous and daring operations of WWII.
This superb print pays tribute to all those who flew with RAF Bomber Command and has been personally signed by prominent aircrew who served with 617 Squadron.
THE SIGNATURES
The print is personally signed by the artist and the following Pilots who flew with 617 Sqn during WWII:
Flight Lieutenant JAMES CASTAGNOLA DSO DFC
Squadron Leader ‘MAC’ HAMILTON DFC
Flight Lieutenant BOB KNIGHTS DSO DFC
Flight Lieutenant FREDDIE WATTS DFC
Squadron Leader TONY IVESON DFC AE
Published in 2002 this evocative print is signed by outstanding Pilots making it a great piece for enthusiasts of RAF Bomber Command
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