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Lot 242:
Description
A Special Edition commemorative autographed card honouring the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt and its service with the Royal Air Force No. 134 Squadron during the Second World War. The card features a double-bordered frame with green-printed text, including the squadron motto: We shall fly through hardships. It is hand-signed in black ink by Flight Lieutenant Les Dennahy, a veteran pilot who served with the unit in the South East Asia Command (SEAC). Below the signature, Dennahy has added his unit designation, 134 Sqdn. The lower portion of the card contains an explanatory text confirming the provenance of the signature. No. 134 Squadron was notably active in the Burma Campaign, utilising the Thunderbolt in ground-attack roles. These cards were typically produced as limited edition inserts for aviation art or specialised historical publications. Transcription: REPUBLIC P-47 THUNDERBOLT; No. 134 Squadron Royal Air Force; We shall fly through hardships; Les Dennahy 134 Sqdn.; Flight Lieutenant L. Dennahy; This Special Edition card has been personally signed by a Veteran who flew the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt while serving with No 134 Squadron in South East Asia.
Condition report:
The item is in excellent, near-mint condition. The cardstock remains clean and bright with no evidence of foxing, toning, or environmental discolouration. There are no visible folds, tears, or creases. The ink signature and unit inscription are clear, bold, and well-preserved.
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