Avenger's Return by Ivan Berryman. [Original Painting]

On 24th January 1945, whilst taking part in Operation Meridian, S/Lt Arthur Page's Grumman Avenger JZ469 of 849 NAS suffered an electrical fire whilst climbing toward the target in formation and the decision was made to abort the mission and make an emergency landing back on HMS Victorious. Page's aircraft is shown here moments before touchdown under the watchful eye of the Landing Signals Officer.

Original acrylic painting by Ivan Berryman.

Size 16 inches x 11 inches (41cm x 28cm)