Description: ONE OF THE MOST EPIC EDITIONS EVER RELEASEDJET HUNTERS By Robert Taylor 10th April 1945 and with the war entering its final savage weeks, B-17s of the 1st Air Division head back towards England after a successful raid on the German Army Headquarters near Berlin. Suddenly the air is alive with cannon fire as Luftwaffe Me262 jets launch a swift, desperate attack on the homeward-bound bombers. But the escorting fighters of the 356th Fighter Group have quickly spotted the danger and, after diving in hot pursuit, Lt Wayne Gatlin skillfully positions his P-51 behind one of the jets to score a remarkable victory. As the war in mainland Europe entered its final, bloody phase, the German Armies defending Berlin fought on with a savage determination, slowly disintegrating before the mighty weapon of war unleashed against them. What remained of the Luftwaffe was mercilessly pounded from the air, their airfields hammered relentlessly. Aircraft, fuel, spare parts, ammunition and pilots all in short supply but still they fought on, with deadly effect. At the forefront of the German offensive and pivotal during the Defense of the Reich, were the highly advanced jet fighters of the Luftwaffe, and in particular the legendary Me262.Throughout the final stages of the war there were many examples of the determination and skill of Allied pilots flying slower piston-engined fighters triumphing over the cream of the Luftwaffe in their highly advanced but often temperamental jet fighters.THE SIGNATURES The prints in this classic edition are personally signed by some of WWIIs most experienced allied fighter pilots, all of whom had victories against the jets of the Luftwaffe.....'the Jet Hunters'.The print is personally signed by three, highly-distinguished veterans who belong to that small, talented band of Allied fighter pilots to have scored a victory over a jet, including the pilot featured in the painting - Wayne Gatlin himself: Major General WAYNE C. GATLIN (2 victories) Squadron Leader JUREK MENCEL (1 victory) Colonel JOE PETERBURS (2 victories including Walter Schuck's Me262)Signed and released in 2011, this outstanding edition is the perfect opportunity for enthusiasts to acquire an epic image with superb autographs, making this a historic collector's item. ALSO AVAILABLE FRAMED & SHIPPED - Please ask for details We 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: Our prints are rolled in acid free tissue and shipped in large, heavy duty shipping tubes. matted & framed pieces are 'flat packed' in substantial packaging. 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.
Price: 325 USD
Location: Ojai, California
End Time: 2024-12-01T11:08:08.000Z
Shipping Cost: 15 USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Artist: Robert Taylor
Unit of Sale: Single-Piece Work
Signed By: Robert Taylor and WWII Mustang Pilots
Size: Medium (up to 36in.)
Print Size: 34 ¾ x 24 ¾ inches
Region of Origin: California, USA
Framing: Unframed
Listed By: Aces High Gallery
Year of Production: 2011
Subject:: Defense of the Reich
Style: Illustration Art, Realism, Aviation Art, Military Art
Features: WWII Combat Aviation, European Theatre, USAAF, Luftwaffe, Jet, Signed
Time Period Produced: 2010-2019
Image Orientation: Landscape
Featured Aircraft 3:: B-17
Signed: Yes
Color: Multi-Color
Period: Contemporary (1970 - 2020)
Title: Jet Hunters
Material: Paper, Lithograph
Featured Aircraft: P-51 Mustang
Certificate of Authenticity (COA): Yes
Original/Licensed Reprint: Limited Edition Print
Topic:: WWII Jets
Subject: Aircraft, Sky, World War II (1939-1945), Mustang, Luftwaffe, USAAF, Defense of the Reich
Including:: 356th Fighter Group
Type: Art Print
Autographed by:: Mustang Pilots
COA Issued By: Military Gallery
Featured Aircraft 2:: Me262
Theme: Americana, Art, Aviation, Conflicts & Wars, History, Militaria, Patriotic, Travel & Transportation, Autographs, Combat Aviation, European Theater
Production Technique: Lithography
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
