New Enemy by David Pentland. [Original Drawing]

Kedainiai, Lithuania, 23rd June 1941. Taking part in the opening days of Operation Barbarossa, Hans-Ekkehard Bob recorded his first victory in Russian airspace - a Tupolev SB-2 twin-engined bomber. During this combat action his Me 109F2 was hit by return fire, resulting in a forced landing behind enemy lines. He evaded capture and returned to his unit 2 days later. This was his 22nd victory.

Signed by Leutnant Hugo Broch.

Original pencil drawing by David Pentland.

Paper size 17 inches x 12 inches (43cm x 31cm)