Tribute to the 617 Sqn Dambusters Crew of Lancaster AJ-N by David Pentland.

DP0203. Tribute to the 617 Sqn Dambusters Crew of Lancaster AJ-N by David Pentland.

The image shows Lancaster AJ-N pulling away after its successful breach of the Eder dam. Alongside is the portrait of AJ-N pilot Plt Off L J Knight. This aircraft was the third aircraft to make the tricky attack on the Eder dam. Despite the approach being made difficult by the terrain, AJ-N successfully breached the Eder dam with its bomb, and returned home safely.

Crew of N for Nan :

Pilot : Plt Off L J Knight
Flight Engineer : Sgt R E Grayston
Navigator : Flg Off H S Hobday
Wireless Operator : Flt Sgt R G T Kellow
Bomb Aimer : Flg Off E C Johnson
Front Gunner : Sgt F E Sutherland
Rear Gunner : Sgt H E O'Brien.

Signed by Corporal Kenneth Lucas (deceased).

Signed limited edition of 30 giclee art prints.

Image size 12 inches x 8 inches (31cm x 21cm)