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Lot 108:
Description
A professionally printed Special Edition commemorative card, produced in the late 20th century to honour the service of the Vickers Wellington bomber and the personnel of No. 22 Operational Training Unit (OTU) of the Royal Air Force. The card features a hand-signed ink signature by Flight Lieutenant J.O. Jeff Lancaster, DFC. Lancaster was a distinguished Second World War veteran who flew Wellingtons during the conflict and later became a renowned test pilot. He is historically significant as the first pilot to successfully use a Martin-Baker ejection seat in an emergency, an event that occurred in 1949 while he was testing an Armstrong Whitworth A.W.52. The card is printed on heavy white stock with a decorative double-line border. Transcribed text includes: VICKERS WELLINGTON, No. 22 Operational Training Unit, Royal Air Force, Flight Lieutenant J.O. Lancaster DFC. A footer notes: This Special Edition card has been personally signed by a Veteran who flew the Vickers Wellington while serving with No. 22 Operational Training Unit in Europe. Dimensions: 210mm x 148mm.
Condition report:
The item is in excellent, fine condition. The paper remains bright and white with no evidence of foxing, staining, or age-related discolouration. There are no visible tears, creases, or folds. The ink signature is bold, clear, and well-preserved. The card is currently housed in a protective plastic sleeve.
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