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Royal
Air Force fighter aircraft, maximum speed for mark I Supermarine Spitfire, 362mph
up to
The Seafire 47 with a top speed of 452mph. maximum ceiling for Mk I
34,000feet up to 44,500 for the mark XIV. Maximum range for MK I 575
miles . up to 1475 miles for the Seafire 47. Armament for the various
Marks of Spitfire. for MK I, and II . eight fixed .303 browning Machine
guns, for MK's V-IX and XVI two 20mm Hispano cannons and four .303 browning
machine guns. and on later Marks, six to eight Rockets under the wings or
a maximum bomb load of 1,000 lbs. Designed
by R J Mitchell, The proto type Spitfire first flew on the 5th March 1936.
and entered service with the Royal Air Force in August 1938, with 19
squadron based and RAF Duxford. by the outbreak of World war two, there
were twelve squadrons with a total of 187 spitfires, with another 83 in
store. Between 1939 and 1945, a large variety of modifications and
developments produced a variety of MK,s from I to XVI. The mark II
came into service in late 1940, and in March 1941, the Mk,V came into
service. To counter the Improvements in fighters of the Luftwaffe
especially the FW190, the MK,XII was introduced with its Griffin
engine. The Fleet Air Arm used the Mk,I and II and were named
Seafires. By the end of
production in 1948 a total of 20,351 spitfires had been made and 2408
Seafires. The most produced variant was the Spitfire Mark V, with a
total of 6479 spitfires produced. The Royal Air Force kept Spitfires
in front line use until April 1954.
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| From Dawn to Dusk by Philip West. Salisbury Cathedral is famous for its elegance and having the highest spire in England: 404ft high. During 1940, 609 Squadron Spitfires were based near-by at Middle Wallop, from where they fought the Battle of Britain and joined the first cross channel operations against occupied Europe. The airfield was attacked several times during the Battle of Britain, causing casualties and a number of aircraft were destroyed. Signed limited edition of 250 prints. Paper size 27 inches x 18 inches (69cm x 46cm). Price £135.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Paper size 27 inches x 18 inches (69cm x 46cm). Price £150.00
ITEM CODE DHM1671 |
| Southern Patrol by Philip West. During the battle of Britain, 609 Squadron (PR) and 152 Squadron (UM) were pitting themselves against the Luftwaffe. 609 based at Middle Wallop near Andover and 152 operating from Warmwell were tasked with protecting part of 10 Groups Southern Sector. Limited edition of 850 prints. Image size 18 inches x 30 inches (46cm x 76cm). Price £125.00 Signed by Group Captain Sir Hugh Dundas CBE DSO DFC DI (deceased)
ITEM CODE DHM2542 |
| Moral Support by Philip West. A 101 Squadron Lancaster returns home after yet another highly dangerous but vitally important mission over occupied Europe. The Squadron was involved in Special Duties ops usually carrying an extra, German speaking operator to transmit messages designed to confuse enemy fighters trying to intercept bomber formations. During the D-Day landings and beyond, Bomber Command was tasked with daylight and night missions to help clear the way for land forces. The bombers were usually given fighter escort, in this instance Spitfires, to and from these sorties. Signed limited edition of 150 prints. Paper size 18 inches x 13.5 inches (46cm x 34cm). Price £60.00 Signed by Flt Lt Russell Rusty Waughman DFC AFC.
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 18 inches x 13.5 inches (46cm x 34cm). Price £75.00 igned by Flt Lt Russell Rusty Waughman DFC AFC, Captain Murray Anderson DFC* and Flight Lieutenant R G (Bob) Large, DFC, Legion d Honneur.
ITEM CODE DHM1603 |
| Evening Glory by Philip West. Without doubt the most famous British fighter aircraft. It always inspired devotion from pilots and mechanics alike – to this very day. Flight Lt. Geoff Wellum in his 92 Sqn. Spitfire, during an all-too rare quiet moment, one evening during the summer of 1940 - the height of the Battle of Britain. The aircraft that inspired devotion from pilots and mechanics alike, and such statements as - she really was the perfect flying machine; she hadnt got a vice at all - was also admired by those on the ground. In propaganda posters and illustrations, the Spitfire represented Britains defiance and commitment to ultimate victory. Signed limited edition of 100 prints. Paper size 26.5 inches x 16.5 inches (67cm x 42cm). Price £135.00 Signed by Flt. Lt. Geoffrey Wellum DFC.
Limited edition of 25 artist proofs. Paper size 26.5 inches x 16.5 inches (67cm x 42cm). Price £170.00 Signed by Flt. Lt. Geoffrey Wellum DFC and Group Captain Allan R. Wright DFC AFC.
ITEM CODE DHM2332 |
| In Defence of Britain by Philip West. Spitfires (MkI) of 92 Squadron out of Biggin Hill in September 1940 are about to take on the enemy during the Battle of Britain. The aircraft in the background was flown by Pilot Officer Alan Wright - his list of victories was eleven, three destroyed, two probables, two possibles and seven damaged. Signed limited edition of 175 prints. Paper size 28 inches x 20 inches (71cm x 51cm). Price £95.00 Signed by Flying Officer T W Terry Green and Flight Lieutenant Alec A Ince.
Limited edition of 25 artist proofs. Paper size 28 inches x 20 inches (71cm x 51cm). Price £135.00 Signed by Flying Officer T W Terry Green and Flight Lieutenant Alec A Ince.
ITEM CODE DHM2244 |
| Battle Line by Philip West. On the 6th June 1944 the invasion of Normandy commenced. The RAF was, of course, a major combatant and formed part of a dedicated Allied force tasked with freeing Europe. VE Day finally signalled the end of hostilities on the 8th May 1945. During those bitter months many great air battles were fought in the unforgiving skies and individual combats ensued. One such combat is depicted here, displaying the eerie feeling of the victor and vanquished between two of the greatest aircraft ever built. Never before in the history of war had such an impressive and awesome gathering of aircraft come together. The Allies quest was for freedom, with the Luftwaffe fighting for its very existence - the battle lines were drawn. Limited edition of 850 prints. Image size 21 inches x 28 inches (53cm x 71cm). Price £105.00 Signed by Air Vice Marshal Johnnie Johnson CB, CBE, DSO**, DFC* (deceased).
ITEM CODE DHM2541 |
| First Light - Battle of Britain, July 1940 by Philip West. Another busy start to the day at Biggin Hill in the summer of 1940. The Battle of Britain is at its height and 92 Squadron Spitfires with Geoffrey Wellum in G for George, depart under early morning sunlight to engage a mass of incoming enemy aircraft over the southeast coast. By the end of 1940 the Squadron was credited with having destroyed 127 German aircraft. Signed limited edition of 150 prints. Paper size 16 inches x 26 inches (41cm x 66cm). Price £125.00 Signed by Flt Lt Geoffrey Wellum.
Limited edition of 25 artist proofs. Paper size 16 inches x 26 inches (41cm x 66cm). Price £ Signed by Flt Lt Geoffrey Wellum and Sq Ldr Neville Duke (deceased).
ITEM CODE DHM2319 |
| Mission Accomplished by Philip West. 17th May 1943, Sqn Ldr Frank (Jerry) Fray in his Spitfire PRX1 of 542 Squadron operating out of RAF Benson, Oxfordshire, returned alone and unarmed to gather photographic evidence from 30,000 feet of the Möhne dam having been breached earlier the same day by 617 Squadron Lancaster bombers. Signed limited edition of 150 prints. Paper size 28 inches x 20 inches (71cm x 51cm). Price £150.00 Signed by Flying Officer (Acting Flt/Lt) Bill Anderson, Air Marshall Sir Alfred (Freddy) Ball, KCB DSO DFC, Flying Officer Arthur H Brace, Wing Commander James Gordon Cole DFC, Wing Commander Edward (Tim) Fairhurst DFC, Sqn. Ldr. Frank (Jerry) Frank DFC, P/O Peter Harding, Flt/Lt Julian Lowe DFC, Flight Lieutenant Gwyn Parry DFC, F/Lt Ray Raby, Squadron Leader T.N. Rosser OBE DFC, Flt/Lt Jimmy Taylor and Fl/Lt G A White.
Limited edition of 25 artist proofs. Paper size 28 inches x 20 inches (71cm x 51cm). Price £200.00 Signed by Flying Officer (Acting Flt/Lt) Bill Anderson, Air Marshall Sir Alfred (Freddy) Ball, KCB DSO DFC, Flying Officer Arthur H Brace, Wing Commander James Gordon Cole DFC, Wing Commander Edward (Tim) Fairhurst DFC, Sqn. Ldr. Frank (Jerry) Frank DFC, P/O Peter Harding, Flt/Lt Julian Lowe DFC, Flight Lieutenant Gwyn Parry DFC, F/Lt Ray Raby, Squadron Leader T.N. Rosser OBE DFC, Flt/Lt Jimmy Taylor and Fl/Lt G A White.
ITEM CODE DHM2191 |
| Supermarine Spitfire MkI by Philip West. High over the southern coast of England in 1940 a Spitfire (Mk 1) of 609 Squadron from Middle Wallop, flown by Flying Officer John Dundas, lies in wait for enemy aircraft (Junkers 87 divebombers) on their way to attack British naval installations at Portland. Signed limited edition of 300 prints. Paper size 18 inches x 12 inches (46cm x 31cm) . Price £60.00 Signed by Flt Lt Michael Penny and Flt Lt Peter May.
Limited edition of 25 artist proofs. Paper size 18 inches x 12 inches (46cm x 31cm) . Price £ Signed by Flt Lt Michael Penny, Flt Lt Peter May and Squadron Leader Harry Moon.
ITEM CODE DHM2311 |
| Spitfires - Malta Bound by Philip West. On the 11th August 1942, Flight Lieutenant Geoffrey Wellum DFC, having just taken off from the deck of HMS Furious, leads his section of gathering Spitfires on the long journey to Malta. They are much-needed reinforcements for the beleaguered island, now in the twenty-sixth month of its siege. To enable each of the 38 Spitfires dispatched from Furious to reach Malta, over three hours flying time away, they carry maximum fuel together with a centre-line over-load tank. Even their ammunition is removed to save weight. Escorting Furious to her aft is the Cruiser HMS Manchester together with Destroyers Brave and Lithe. To their port side is the Ohio tanker laden with fuel during what became an epic voyage. In the distance HMS Eagle succumbs to an Axis torpedo attack. The success of Operation Pedestal was absolutely critical for the survival of Malta, bringing desperately needed fuel, food and ammunition to the Island. Losses were heavy but the courage and determination by all involved prevailed: five of the fourteen merchant ships, including the Ohio, made it through and the island was saved. Signed limited edition of 400 prints. Paper size 28 inches x 20 inches (71cm x 51cm). Price £135.00 Signed by
Squadron Leader Geoffrey Wellum DFC.
Limited edition of 75 Artist Proofs. Paper size 28 inches x 20 inches (71cm x 51cm). Price £175.00 Signed by Dame Vera Lynn,Flt Lt Geoffrey Wellum, Plt Off Harry Moon, Les Owen,
Tom Sprake, Les Goodenough, Fred Davenport and Ted Shute.
Signed limited edition of 100 prints, signed by the artist only. Paper size 28 inches x 20 inches (71cm x 51cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 25 Artist Studio Proofs. Paper size 28 inches x 20 inches (71cm x 51cm). Price £200.00 Signed by Dame Vera Lynn,Flt Lt Geoffrey Wellum, Plt Off Harry Moon, Les Owen,
Tom Sprake, Les Goodenough, Fred Davenport and Ted Shute.
ITEM CODE DHM2310 |
| Pride of Britain by Philip West. The winter of 41 is remembered well by Geoffrey Wellum, pilot of Spitfire G for George. Bitter cold and heavy snow during this Battle of Britain period made flying conditions almost unbearable. The ground-crews job at RAF Manston, never easy at the best of times, involved working in all weathers to keep the aircraft in a state of readiness for the pilots to return to the battle at the earliest opportunity. Signed limited edition of 400 prints. Paper size 27.5 inches x 17.5 inches (70cm x 45cm). Price £135.00 Signed by Squadron Leader Geoffrey Wellum DFC.
Signed limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Paper size 27.5 inches x 17.5 inches (70cm x 45cm). Price £150.00 Signed by Squadron Leader Geoffrey Wellum DFC plus two additional distinguished pilots.
Signed limited edition of 250 prints. Paper size 14 inches x 9 inches (36cm x 23cm). Price £60.00
ITEM CODE DHM2628 |
| Spitfires - High Patrol by Philip West. A gathering section of 124 Squadron Spitfires led by Peter Ayerst climbs for height above the bomber stream and a lone Mosquito. This squadron plus many others was tasked with protecting the bombers over occupied Europe. For these long range missions the Spitfires carry 90 Gallon Slipper Tanks to extend the relatively short endurance of the aircraft. In combat with enemy fighters they would jettison the tanks. However, following a shortage, they were encouraged to bring them back if they possibly could. Signed limited edition of 150 prints. Paper size 27 inches x 18 inches (68cm x 46cm). Price £135.00 Signed by Wing Commander Peter V Ayerst DFC.
Limited edition of 25 artist proofs. Paper size 27 inches x 18 inches (68cm x 46cm). Price £150.00 Signed by Wing Commander Peter V Ayerst DFC and Flight Lieutenant R G (Bob) Large, DFC, Legion d Honneur.
ITEM CODE DHM2710 |
| Spitfire Scramble by Philip West. Flt. Lt. Geoff Wellum leads this flight of Spitfires from 92 Squadron in a scramble to take on the might of the German Luftwaffe during the height of the Battle of Britain. No 92 Squadron was first formed on the 1st September 1917 at London Colney and was disbanded on 7th August 1919. Following the outbreak of the Second World War 92 Squadron reformed on 10th October 1939 at RAF Tangmere and first saw action over the Dunkirk evacuation beaches. The Squadron was the first into action on September 15, 1940, now known as Battle of Britain Day. Towards the end of the Battle of Britain 92 Squadron flew from Biggin Hill. By the end of 1940 the Squadron tally stood at 127 German aircraft destroyed. Signed limited edition of 100 prints. Paper size 28 inches x 20 inches (71cm x 51cm). Price £135.00 Signed by Squadron Leader Geoffrey Wellum DFC.
Limited edition of 40 artist proofs. Paper size 28 inches x 20 inches (71cm x 51cm). Price £150.00 Signed by Squadron Leader Geoffrey Wellum DFC, Wing Commander Tom Neil DFC* AFC and Group Captain Allan Wright DFC AFC.
ITEM CODE DHM1741 |
| Winter of 41 by Philip West. Heavy snow during the winter of 1941 often kept pilots and their aircraft grounded, despite the best efforts of the ground crew. Spitfire G George - based at RAF Manston and assigned to Flt. Lt. Geoffrey Wellum, could only resume combat sweeps over northern Europe once the storm had passed and they were all satisfied the aircraft was safe to fly. Signed limited edition of 150 prints. Paper size 16 inches x 26 inches (41cm x 66cm). Price £ Signed by Flt Lt Geoffrey Wellum DFC.
Signed limited edition print. . Price £
Small limited edition of 75 artist proofs. Paper size 19 inches x 13 inches (48cm x 33cm). Price £85.00 Signed by Flight Lieutenant R G (Bob) Large, DFC, Legion d Honneur.
Small signed limited edition of 500 prints. Paper size 19 inches x 13 inches (48cm x 33cm). Price £60.00
ITEM CODE DHM2318 |
| Spitfires - Masters of the Air by Philip West. At the end of another days hard air combat fighting over the war-torn skies of England, Spitfires of 92 Squadron enjoy a rare, peaceful moment prior to returning to base during the Battle of Britain. The few prevailed and gave us the freedom we enjoy to this day. Signed limited edition of 125 prints. Paper size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £95.00 Signed by Flying Officer T W Terry Green.
Limited edition of 40 artist proofs. Paper size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £135.00 Signed by Flying Officer T W Terry Green and Air Commodore Peter Brothers CBE, DSO, DFC* (deceased).
ITEM CODE DHM2678 |
| Against All Odds by Philip West. Geoffrey Wellum joins combat head-on with a Dornier during the Battle of Britain. He was part of a small group of 10 spitfires from Biggin Hill facing 150 plus enemy bombers and fighters. Other friendly fighters joined battle but the defenders were still vastly out numbered, a scene repeated on many occasions in the summer of 1940. On this particular day Geoff scored a Heinkel destroyed, together with a Dornier as a probable. Signed limited edition of 100 prints. Paper size 26 inches x 16 inches (66cm x 41cm). Price £135.00 Signed by Flt. Lt. Geoff Wellum DFC.
Limited edition of 25 artist proofs Paper size 26 inches x 16 inches (66cm x 41cm). Price £175.00 Signed by Flt. Lt. Geoffrey Wellum DFC; Air Commodore Pete Brothers CBE, DSO, DFC & Bar, AFC (deceased) Alex Henshaw MBE (deceased).
ITEM CODE DHM2327 |
| Spitfires Over the Needles by Philip West. Battle of Britain, July 1940. Spitfires of 609 Squadron returning to their satellite station airfield at Warmwell to re-arm and re-fuel, following an intercept mission against enemy aircraft trying to disrupt shipping along the South Coast of England. Like many other RAF Squadrons, No 609 the (West Riding) Auxiliary Squadron distinguished itself in many great air battles with honour and courage. Signed limited edition of 100 prints Paper size 27 inches x 18 inches (69cm x 46cm). Price £135.00 Signed by :
Squadron Leader Percival H. Beake DFC
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Limited edition of 40 artist proofs. Paper size 27 inches x 18 inches (69cm x 46cm). Price £150.00 Signed by :
Squadron Leader Percival H. Beake DFC
Group Captain Billy Drake DSO DFC*
and
Flt Lt Frank Newman.
ITEM CODE DHM1837 |
| Fleeting Moments by Philip West. Few people become a legend in their own lifetime. Douglas Bader was one such person. An exceptional pilot and leader, t the age of 21, as a young RAF officer, he had both legs amputated after he crashed his aircraft. Through sheer guts and determination he learnt not only to walk again, but also fly, subsequently becoming the RAFs most famous WW2 fighter pilot. Flying his Spitfire with the unmistakable DB markings, Wing Commander Bader with his wingman close by, heads home to Tangmere after another successful, action-packed day, taking on swarms of enemy aircraft intent on wreaking havoc over the south of England. Signed limited edition of 100 prints Paper size 28 inches x 18 inches (71cm x 46cm). Price £75.00 Signed by :
Flt Lt Frank Newman
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Limited edition of 60 artist proofs Paper size 28 inches x 18 inches (71cm x 46cm). Price £95.00 Signed by :
Flt Lt Frank Newman,
Group Captain Billy Drake DSO DFC*,
Flight Lieutenant Richard L Jones,
Squadron Leader Geoffrey Wellum DFC,
Squadron Leader Percival H. Beake DFC
and
Sqn Ldr Douglas Tidy (deceased).
ITEM CODE DHM1816 |
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