Their Finest Hour

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The hectic summer of 1940, and Spitfire mk.1's of 41 squadron climb to engage an incoming raid of Heinkel bombers. Escorting fighters are already diving to cover their charges, so the Spitfires will have to hit fast and hard. At the height of the Battle of Britain it was usual for a squadron to consist of only seven or eight aircraft; all that was available to face Luftwaffe raids which often numbered over 100 in strength

Composition: acrylic on canvas

Overall Size: 19.5" x 13.75"

Image Size: 16.5" x 12.25"

Type & Availability: original painting in the collection of Mr. and Mrs. Lane.