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Description
This item is a modern special edition commemorative card honouring the De Havilland Mosquito aircraft and the operational history of No. 141 Squadron, Royal Air Force. The card is hand-signed in ink by Flight Lieutenant R. Calvert, a veteran who flew the Mosquito with the squadron during its service in Europe. No. 141 Squadron was a distinguished unit that specialised in night fighter and intruder missions, reflected by the motto We hunt by night printed on the card. This type of ephemera was typically produced in limited quantities for military collectors and veterans’ organisations during the late 20th or early 21st century. The card features a double-border design and includes the following text: DE HAVILLAND MOSQUITO, No. 141 Squadron Royal Air Force, We hunt by night, Flight Lieutenant R. Calvert, and a descriptive footer regarding the veteran’s service. Dimensions: Approx. 148mm x 210mm.
Condition report:
The card is in Excellent to Near Mint condition. The paper stock is bright white and exceptionally clean, with no evidence of foxing, staining, or age-related toning. The corners are sharp and the edges are crisp with no signs of bumping or handling wear. There are no folds, tears, or creases. The item has been well-preserved within a clear protective plastic sleeve.
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