Messerschmitt Bf 109 - Fighter Sweep Over Kent paper art print by Craig Tinder

HISTORICAL PAPER ART BY CRAIG TINDER

Messerschmitt Bf 109 - Fighter Sweep Over Kent Art Print

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Archival-quality print · Craig Tinder artwork · Made in the USA
ABOUT THE ARTWORK

The Story Behind the Print:

27 November 1940 - Just weeks after the final major air raids of the Battle of Britain, Germany’s Luftwaffe resumed their "Freie Jagd" (Free Hunt) missions over southern England. These fighter sweeps, which allowed German pilots to engage Allied aircraft without the need to protect bombers, were an attempt to reassert control over the skies. On this clear autumn day, at approximately 15:45 hours, Spitfires from the 41st and 74th Squadrons of the Royal Air Force scrambled to intercept the incoming German fighters.

Among the Luftwaffe pilots that day was Gefreiter Joachim Hergesell of 3./JG 51, flying a Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-4, call sign "Brown 2". As the dogfight escalated in intensity, Hergesell’s aircraft was targeted by an RAF Spitfire. After several minutes of combat, his Messerschmitt sustained a critical hit, leaving him with no choice but to make an emergency landing. Hergesell brought his crippled Bf 109 down at Sarnden Farm near Iden Green, Benenden, Kent. He survived the forced landing and was taken as a prisoner of war by British forces.

This incident occurred during the waning months of the Battle of Britain, a time when the Luftwaffe began to reduce its activity over the UK in favor of shifting resources to other fronts. In the weeks following Hergesell’s crash, the frequency of such engagements declined as the Luftwaffe began repositioning its forces for the upcoming invasion of the Soviet Union in Operation Barbarossa. This shift marked a turning point in the aerial battles over England, with the RAF solidifying its control of British skies and the Luftwaffe's attention turning eastward.

This paper print does not include an authentic historical relic.

PRINT DETAILS

ABOUT THE PRINT

Each In Action Print is professionally produced using archival-quality inks on premium fine-art paper selected for excellent detail, color reproduction, and longevity. The larger scene format preserves the atmosphere, historical details, and storytelling of Craig Tinder's original artwork.

AVAILABLE SIZES

  • 18" × 12" (45.7 × 30.5 cm)
  • 24" × 16" (61 × 40.6 cm)

FRAMING & PRODUCTION

Prints are sold unframed and are sized to fit widely available ready-made frames and mats, eliminating the need for custom framing in most cases. Each print is produced to order; please allow approximately 2–3 business days for production before shipment.

ABOUT CRAIG TINDER

Craig Tinder is an artist and historical researcher whose work brings significant moments in military and aviation history to life. For more than 20 years, he has combined detailed research with traditional and digital illustration techniques to create historically accurate artwork for collectors, veterans, museums, and historical organizations.

Craig has been commissioned to create artwork, installations, and memorial projects for museums, military organizations, and historical institutions throughout the United States. His work is held in museum and private collections around the world, reflecting a career built around historical accuracy, craftsmanship, and preserving the stories behind the subjects he depicts.

Every Aces In Action artwork is created by Craig Tinder, making Aces In Action the official home of his historical artwork and collectibles.

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SHIPPING

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CARE

For long-term display, keep your print away from prolonged direct sunlight, excessive moisture, and high humidity. When framing, archival-quality mats and framing materials are recommended to help protect the artwork over time.

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