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Description
This is a special edition commemorative autograph card produced as a tribute honouring the Vickers Wellington long-range bomber and the personnel of No. 12 Squadron, Royal Air Force. The card features the squadron motto, Leads the field, and is hand-signed in black ink by Flying Officer T. Jenkins. No. 12 Squadron operated the Wellington from bases such as RAF Binbrook during the early stages of the Second World War as part of Bomber Command. The Vickers Wellington was a cornerstone of the RAF offensive, renowned for its geodetic construction designed by Barnes Wallis. This card was issued as part of a limited series for aviation enthusiasts and collectors of military autographs. Transcription: VICKERS WELLINGTON. No. 12 Squadron Royal Air Force Leads the field Flying Officer T. Jenkins This Special Edition card has been personally signed by a Veteran who flew in the Vickers Wellington while serving with No 12 Squadron in Europe. Dimensions: 210mm x 148mm.
Condition report:
The card is in very good to excellent condition. The white card stock remains crisp with no evidence of foxing, staining, or yellowing. There are no tears or folds present. Minor surface undulations are visible, consistent with storage in the provided plastic archival sleeve.
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