Spitfire Tribute - Squadron Leader P.W.E 'NIP' HEPPELL DFC* Signature


A special tribute to the iconic Supermarine Spitfire, this collector's autograph display includes the original signature of legendary Spitfire pilot Squadron Leader P.W.E 'NIP' HEPPELL DFC*. 

The Spitfire was, and still is, an icon of aviation history. In 1940 it came to symbolise the fighting spirit of a nation when control of its skies was the last remaining barrier to enemy invasion. Standing alone against the assembled might of German Forces, only the devil-may-care courage and sheer determination of the RAF’s young pilots, stood between Britain's freedom and Hermann Goering's mighty Luftwaffe. When the Battle of Britain began in the summer of 1940, although it was the Hurricane squadrons that bore the brunt of the fighting, it was the Spitfire that fired the nation’s imagination. The Spitfire continued to be developed and improved versions played an important role in many campaigns including the D-Day invasions, it is the Battle of Britain that will be forever synonymous with R.J. Mitchell's revolutionary creation.

Arguably the greatest defensive fighter ever built, this legendary little aircraft, revered by its pilots and feared by it foes, earned a place in aviation folklore like no other aircraft before it or since.

This display ensemble pays homage to the Spitfire and the dashing young pilots that flew it in combat. The artwork by Darryl Legg depicts a Spitfire of 19 Squadron in deadly combat with a Messerschmitt Bf109 over London during the Battle of Britain.

Expertly double mounted with metal RAF pilots wings and a miniature replica DFC medal this highly collectable ensemble carries the original signature of Spitfire pilot Squadron Leader P.W.E 'NIP' HEPPELL DFC*. Starting as an RAF Volunteer Reserve, Nip Heppell's first combat posting was to Tangmere and No. 616 squadron in February 1941. He was soon flying his Spitfire in Douglas Bader's famous Tangmere Wing alongside Johnnie Johnson, Alan Smith and Hugh 'Cocky' Dundas amongst others - always in the thick of the action they built a reputation as a fearsome fighting team that lasts to this day.

This mounted ensemble will fit into a generally available, standard size 16 x 12 inch ready made frame.

Exclusive to us - this signature ensemble comes with a free, high quality, printed information sheet and a detailed pilot bio - particularly useful if you are giving the ensemble as a gift - more information. 

FREE - pack of 4 top quality aviation Christmas cards included.

Artist:

artwork by Darryl Legg.


From:

Military Signature Archive.


Edition:

50



Size:

16 x 12 inches (40 x 30 cm)



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