Description
In the months that followed Dunkirk, the RAF stood alone against the might of the Luftwaffe and the massed forces of Germany preparing to invade Britain. While America anxiously watched events, some 240 pilots made their way to England to join the RAF in their herculean struggle against the overwhelming odds.
Motivated by the urge to fight for the cause of freedom, a swashbuckling sense of adventure, and a pure love of flying, this happy band of warriors set standards of courage, skill and fortitude that today are legendary. They were the American Eagles.
Released to commemorate the 50th Anniversary year of the formation of the Eagle Squadrons, their first aerial combats and their top-scoring achievements, this superb painting features Mk Vb Spitfires of No. 71 Squadron as they race low across the French countryside after combat with Luftwaffe fighters in 1941. Lying prey to the Eagles is a Me109 brought down during the dogfight, the lead Spitfire pilot clearly seen glancing down at his victim as the group dashes for the Channel and home.
THE SIGNATURES
Individually numbered and signed by the artist, this classic piece is also signed by five legendary Aces who flew with the Eagle Squadrons:
Major General CARROL “RED” MCCOLPIN – 121, 71 & 133 Sqn / 11½ victories (the 2nd American Ace of WWII)
Colonel DON BLAKESLEE – 133 Sqn / 15½ victories
Colonel OSCAR COEN – 71 Sqn / 5 victories
Colonel JAMES GOODSON – 133 sqn / 15 victories
Colonel READE TILLEY – 121 Sqn / 7 victories
It is of great significance this this classic edition is authenticated with the original autographs of these iconic Eagles, making this historic print a lasting tribute to the American Eagles and a collector’s treasure.
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