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Lot 151:
Description
A modern Special Edition commemorative card dedicated to the Avro Lancaster heavy bomber and the service of No. 97 Squadron, Royal Air Force. The card features the squadron motto, Achieve your aim, and is hand-signed in black ink by veteran Warrant Officer Harold Kirby, who served with the squadron in Europe during the Second World War. No. 97 (Straits Settlements) Squadron was a distinguished unit within Bomber Command, notably serving as part of the Pathfinder Force. The card is printed on high-quality white textured cardstock with a decorative blue double-line border. Transcribed text includes: AVRO LANCASTER, No. 97 Squadron Royal Air Force, Achieve your aim, and Warrant Officer H. Kirby. The bottom text confirms the signature is from a veteran who flew in the Lancaster while serving with the squadron. Dimensions: 148mm x 210mm.
Condition report:
Excellent condition. The cardstock is clean and crisp with sharp corners and edges. There are no visible folds, creases, or tears. A single, very small, faint yellowish spot of foxing or minor staining is present in the centre, situated just above the signature. The item is currently housed in a protective plastic sleeve.
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