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Description
A Special Edition commemorative card dedicated to the Supermarine Spitfire and the history of No. 602 (City of Glasgow) Squadron, Royal Auxiliary Air Force. The document is personally hand-signed in black ink by Squadron Leader J.I. Ian Blair, DFM. Blair was a highly distinguished figure within the RAF; originally serving as a wireless operator/air gunner with No. 113 Squadron, he was awarded the Distinguished Flying Medal (DFM) for his extraordinary gallantry in 1941. After his pilot was killed and the observer wounded during a mission over North Africa, Blair took control of the Bristol Blenheim and successfully landed the aircraft despite having no formal pilot training. He subsequently commissioned and qualified as a pilot, flying Spitfires with No. 602 Squadron during the European campaign. The card features the squadron title and the English translation of the motto, Beware the tormented lion. This item represents a significant piece of aviation ephemera relating to a decorated veteran of the European theatre.
Condition report:
The card is in excellent, as-issued condition. The card stock remains bright and clean with sharp, un-bumped corners. There are no signs of foxing, creasing, or surface wear. The signature is bold, clear, and has not suffered from any fading or ink spread. The item is currently housed in a clear protective plastic sleeve for preservation.
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