WW1 - Bristol Fighter
by Pat Speirs
Title
WW1 - Bristol Fighter
Artist
Pat Speirs
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Photograph - Digital Art Print
Description
WW1 Series
Bristol Fighters in Italy
The Bristol F2b was the original fighter/bomber and saw considerable service in the latter part of WW1. Subsequent to that the Brisfit served with over 40 RAF Sqdns all over the world until the mid 30's, as well as with at least 15 foreign nations. It was particularly useful in the 'Colonial Policing' role and was deployed to China, Iraq, Afghanistan, India, Oman and Aden (something familiar there, perhaps!!)
Bristol F2bs of 139 Sqdn were based at Villaverla, Northern Italy, from early 1918 until 1919 and with a service ceiling of 20,000 ft could easily (?) cope with the mountain pass shown.
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September 9th, 2016
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Douglas Castleman
Another cool image of a great aircraft, Pat.... I'd hate to fly that high without heating and especially without oxygen! Those early aviators were made of special stuff.
Pat Speirs replied:
Couldn't agree more. Have another image on the way in a slightly warmer environment ! Thanks again for your interest and input.... Pat