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Description
This item is a special edition commemorative card produced to honour the history of the Avro Lancaster bomber and No. 9 Squadron of the Royal Air Force. The card features a hand-signed autograph in pencil by Warrant Officer Harry Irons, DFC. Harry Irons was a highly respected RAF veteran who served as a rear gunner, completing an impressive sixty missions over two tours of operations during the Second World War. No. 9 Squadron is historically significant for its specialised bombing roles, including the successful attack on the German battleship Tirpitz. The card was published in the late 20th or early 21st century as part of a series intended for veteran organisations or historical preservation groups. Transcription: AVRO LANCASTER, No. 9 Squadron, Royal Air Force, We fly by night, Warrant Officer H. Irons DFC, This Special Edition card has been personally signed by a Veteran who flew in the Avro Lancaster while serving with No. 9 Squadron in Europe. Dimensions: 148mm x 210mm.
Condition report:
The card is in excellent, near-mint condition. The heavy white cardstock is clean with no evidence of foxing, toning, or staining. The edges and corners remain sharp and free of creases or bumps. The pencil signature is clear, legible, and well-preserved. The item is currently housed in a protective plastic sleeve.
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