Charity by David Pentland. (B)

Malta, 22nd June 1940. Some 12 days after the air battle for Malta began, the recently raised ad hoc Gladiator flight claimed its first confirmed victory. Flt. Lt. George Burges, and Flg. Off. Timber Woods were alerted to a lone S.79 from 219 Squadriglia on a reconnaissance sortie. They managed to intercept the intruder over Valetta, and although Timber's first attack was unsuccessful, Burges in Charity shot off the Savoia's port engine sending it crashing into the sea at Kalafrana.

Signed by Group Captain Byron Duckenfield AFC (deceased)
and
Wing Commander Roger Morewood (deceased).

Signature edition of 2 prints.

Image size 12 inches x 8 inches (31cm x 20cm)