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Description
This is a printed special edition commemorative card produced in the late 20th or early 21st century, featuring the North American Sabre aircraft and No. 71 Squadron of the Royal Air Force. The card is hand-signed in black ink by Squadron Leader Ted (Twigs) Trees, a veteran pilot who flew the Sabre during his service in Europe. No. 71 Squadron, famously known as one of the American Eagle Squadrons during the Second World War, operated the Canadair-built Sabre F.4 in West Germany during the mid-1950s as part of the Cold War air defence of Europe. The card features the squadron motto, First from the eyries. The printer is not specified, but the item is likely part of a limited edition commemorative series for aviation collectors or veterans organisations. The printed text reads: NORTH AMERICAN SABRE, No. 71 Squadron, Royal Air Force, First from the eyries, Ted (Twigs) Trees, Squadron Leader E. Trees. This Special Edition card has been personally signed by a Veteran who flew the North American Sabre while serving with No. 71 Squadron in Europe. 148mm x 105mm.
Condition report:
The card is in excellent, near-mint condition with no evidence of foxing, toning, tears, or folds. The paper is bright and the printed text remains sharp. The
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