Stormy Weather - B-17G Flying Fortress Canvas | INCLUDES: Wing Skin Fragment

"Stormy Weather" by Artist Craig Tinder

This Limited Edition Fine Art Print autographed by Artist Craig Tinder illustrates the 11 March 1945 mission of B-17G Flying Fortresses on their way to their target in Hamburg, Germany. 

The Story Behind the Print:

On 11 March 1945, 33 B-17G Flying Fortresses from the 447th Bomb Group of the U.S. Army's 8th Air Force embarked on a critical bombing mission over Hamburg, Germany. Taking off from England at 0920 hours, the heavy bombers climbed into a sky that promised resistance from both the German Luftwaffe and unpredictable weather conditions. As they approached the target area, they encountered thick cloud cover, making it difficult to locate their objective.

Despite the challenges, the crews pressed forward, fighting off enemy aircraft and relying on their skilled formation flying to protect one another. After several tense moments over the target, the bombers found a break in the clouds, allowing them to unleash their payload. A total of 78 tons of bombs rained down on Hamburg's strategic sites. The force of the explosions was so intense that it generated an updraft, clearing the remaining cloud cover and revealing the devastation below.

Luckily, all 33 B-17s from the 447th Bomb Group completed the mission and returned to base without loss. This successful operation exemplified the resilience and precision of the U.S. 8th Air Force in the final months of World War II, contributing to the ongoing strategic bombing campaign that severely weakened Germany's war capabilities. 

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This item is handmade by artist, Craig Tinder. Available to ship worldwide!