I tracked down a suitably large piece of Stuka aluminum for the project "Eagle of the Eastern Front". This panel comes from the port wing (underside) and still contains a 90% of the original RLM 76 (Light Blue) paint. The panel comes from the aircraft JU-87 B1 Stuka W.Nr. 5611; II/StG1. The aircraft was lost near Juchnow (Yukhnov) in Kalouga area on 18 April 1942. A somber reminder that war is hell and the sacrifice these pilots made will not be forgotten.
The Final Broadside: How the USS Constitution became known as "Old Ironsides"
On August 19, 1812, USS Constitution defeated HMS Guerriere in a decisive naval engagement that stunned the Royal Navy and energized the young United States. Depicted in her historically accurate yellow-ochre war paint, the ship delivers the final broadside that ended the fight and secured her legendary nickname, “Old Ironsides.” Extensively researched from eyewitness accounts and period artwork, this piece commemorates a defining early victory in American naval history — paired with an original oak fragment from the ship herself as the nation marks its 250th anniversary.
Legendary CV-63, the story behind "USS Kitty Hawk"
This artwork depicts the USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63) as she appeared in the late 1970s, showcasing her imposing presence as a conventionally powered supercarrier. At this time, Kitty Hawk was a vital asset in the U.S. Navy, participating in Cold War operations and maintaining a strong presence in the Pacific. Her eight steam turbines powered the ship to speeds exceeding 30 knots, supporting extensive deployments and reinforcing American naval dominance. As the lead ship of her class, Kitty Hawk stood as a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of U.S. naval engineering during this critical period in history.
Dottie G: The First B-17G to Reach Switzerland
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