Striking Back by Gerald Coulson. (B)

Conceived initially by Hawkers (of Hurricane fame) as a fast powerful fighter, the Typhoons performance in this role proved to be disappointing in the respect of rate of climb, and at height. They did however eventually come into their own as a superlative very fast ground attack aircraft, and combined with the skill of their pilots became one of the most potent weapons of World War Two. This painting conveys something of the drama of a pair of typhoons at take-off, each loaded with two 1000lb bombs. Normandy dust contributes to the backdrop.

Signed by Squadron Leader L F W Stark DFC* AFC C de G (Belg) (deceased), Wing Commander Roland Bee Beamont CBE DSO DFC DL (deceased), Flying Officer Frank Wheeler DFC (deceased), Warrant Officer Jack Hodges DFC, Warrant Officer John Abe Lincoln and Flying Officer Kenneth Junior Kneen.

Signature edition of 30 prints from the signed limited edition of 650 prints.

Image size 23 inches x 18 inches (58cm x 43cm)