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Lot 143:
Description
This lot features a modern Special Edition commemorative card honouring the Royal Air Force and the legacy of the Avro Lancaster heavy bomber during the Second World War. The card is specifically dedicated to No. 514 Squadron, a unit within No. 3 Group of Bomber Command that operated Lancasters from RAF Waterbeach between 1943 and 1945. The card displays the squadron’s motto in English, Nothing can withstand, which is the translation of the Latin Nil Obstare. The piece is hand-signed in ink by Flight Lieutenant R. Davey, a veteran who served as aircrew on Lancaster bombers with No. 514 Squadron during European operations. The card is professionally produced on white cardstock with blue-inked typography and a traditional double-line border. These items were specifically commissioned for the aviation and militaria collectors market to preserve the provenance of Bomber Command veterans. Measurements: 148mm x 210mm.
Condition report:
The card is in excellent, near-mint condition. The cardstock is crisp and retains its original white colour with no signs of foxing, yellowing, or edge wear. The hand-signed signature by Flight Lieutenant Davey is clear, bold, and shows no signs of fading or smudging. The item has been stored in a clear plastic protective sleeve, ensuring the preservation of the surface and corners. This is a genuine veteran-signed commemorative piece.
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