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Lot 175:
Description
A special edition commemorative document dedicated to the Avro Lancaster heavy bomber and its operational service with No. 90 Squadron, Royal Air Force. The card is printed with blue text within a decorative double-line border. It features the original hand-signed ink signature of Flight Lieutenant T. Payne, a veteran who flew Lancasters with No. 90 Squadron in the European theatre during the Second World War. No. 90 Squadron was a significant unit within RAF Bomber Command, re-equipping with the Lancaster in May 1943 and participating in the strategic bombing offensive until the end of hostilities. The card notes the squadron’s association with the word “Swift,” which relates to the squadron’s heraldic badge (a beaver) and the motto Celer (Swift). This item represents a personal link to the aircrews of Bomber Command and is a desirable piece for collectors of British aviation history and RAF ephemera.
Condition report:
The card is in excellent condition, showing no signs of foxing, creasing, or age-related discolouration. The edges and corners remain crisp. The signature of Flight Lieutenant T. Payne is bold, clear, and remains highly legible in black ink. The item is currently housed in a clear plastic protective sleeve which has preserved its condition.
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