Moonlight Strike,

by Robert Bailey

 

An RAF Mosquito of 264 Squadron destroys a FW¬190 over London, England during 1943.

One of the truly remarkable aeronautical developments of World War II occurred during Britain's darkest hours in 1940. With the Battle of France lost, Dunkirk evacuated, and the Battle of Britain about to commence, aircraft development was not a top priority. Constrained by the use of non-strategic materials, the de Havilland Mosquito was born.

Constructed of molded plywood and metal, this radical-concept twin engine airplane surpassed everyone's expectations. Initially envisioned as a bomber, it quickly filled the roles of long-range photo reconnaissance, mine-layer, pathfinder, and high speed military transport.

But it was in the fighter role for both day and night that this high speed aircraft (378 mph) excelled. Its long range, exceptional fire power and payload capacity made it into a highly versatile and successful war plane.

THE SIGNATURES:

  • Flight Lieutenant D. W. Schmidt

  • Warrant Officer 1st Class Stanley G. Reynolds

  • Flight Lieutenant Marie Wright

  • Flight Lieutenant J. H. (Jack) Reilly

300 Limited Edition Prints:  $175

 

Overall print size 34" x  23 1/2"

 

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