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RAF No. 51 Squadron Handley Page Halifax Commemorative Card, Signed by Warrant Officer A.D. Gunn, c. 1990s-2000s

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Description

This is a special edition commemorative card produced for military aviation collectors, likely dating from the late 20th or early 21st century. The card honours the Handley Page Halifax heavy bomber and the service of No. 51 Squadron, Royal Air Force. It features a blue double-line border with dark blue serif typography. The piece is hand-signed in black ink by Warrant Officer A.D. Gunn, a veteran who flew the Halifax during the Second World War. Historically, No. 51 Squadron was a key component of Bomber Command, operating Halifax aircraft from RAF Snaith in Yorkshire during the strategic bombing campaign in Europe. The card includes the squadron’s motto, Swift and sure. Text on the face reads: HANDLEY PAGE HALIFAX / No. 51 Squadron / Royal Air Force / Swift and sure / Warrant Officer A.D. Gunn / This Special Edition card has been personally signed by a Veteran who flew in the Handley Page Halifax while serving with No. 51 Squadron in Europe. 148mm x 210mm.


Condition report:

The item is in Excellent to Near Mint condition. The paper stock remains bright white and clean, showing no signs of age-related toning, yellowing, or foxing. The edges and corners are crisp and sharp with no visible tears, creases, or folds.