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Lot 126:
Description
This is a modern commemorative Special Edition autographed card celebrating the Handley Page Halifax heavy bomber and the No. 425 (Alouette) Squadron of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). The card features the squadron motto, I shall pluck you, which is the English translation of the French Je te plumerai. It is hand-signed in ink by Warrant Officer R. (Dick) Curnock, a veteran who flew in the Handley Page Halifax while serving with No. 425 Squadron in Europe during the Second World War. No. 425 Squadron was the first French-Canadian squadron in the RCAF, formed in May 1942. The card is printed on white cardstock with a decorative double-line border. Transcribed text includes: HANDLEY PAGE HALIFAX, No. 425 (Alouette) Squadron Royal Canadian Air Force, I shall pluck you, and Warrant Officer R. Curnock. A footer states: This Special Edition card has been personally signed by a Veteran who flew in the Handley Page Halifax while serving with No. 425 Squadron in Europe. Dimensions: 148mm x 210mm.
Condition report:
The item is in excellent condition. The cardstock is bright and free from foxing, yellowing, tears, or creases. The ink signature is clear and bold. A very minor, pinpoint blemish is visible near the bottom left inner border, but it does not detract from the overall presentation.
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