WWII Junkers Ju 87 Stuka Relic Plaque - Full Color 8"x10"-Historical Display Plaques-Aces In Action: The Workshop of Artist Craig Tinder

WWII Junkers Ju 87 Stuka Relic Plaque - Full Color 8"x10"

Name: WWII Junkers Ju 87 Stuka Relic Plaque - Full Color 8"x10"
Brand: Aces In Action
SKU: PL-680041-C
Price: 119.99 USD
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WWII Junkers Ju 87 Stuka Historical Plaque IN FULL COLOR- w/ Actual Relic on an 8"x10" Display Plaque

From the Workshop of Artist Craig Tinder - Appreciate the art, learn the story, feel the history.

This is a unique opportunity to own an actual relic of a Junkers Ju 87 Stuka Dive Bomber that was acquired directly from the source and has NEVER been in collectors’ circulation.

This 8” x 10” (20 x 25 cm) historical plaque combines this rare artifact, along with the story of the piece, and a beautifully detailed illustration created by artist Craig Tinder.

During WWII, the concept of the dedicated Sturzkampfflugzeug - or ground attack aircraft materialized as the Ju 87 ’Stuka’ Divebomber. With a crew of two and owing to a simple, yet rugged design, the Ju 87 incorporated a sturdy fixed landing gear, inverted gull wing, and automatic dive pull-out system. Nearly 6,000 Ju 87s were built, with the last variants remaining in service until the end of the war.

18 April 1942 - Pilot Leutnant Hans Buccholz & Radio Operator Unteroffizer Hans Bayerlien completed a dive bombing mission near Yuhov in the Kalouga region of Russia. A heavy barrage of flak forced them to crash land. Both crewmembers survived.

This original fragment was recovered from a large section of port wing (underside) of their aircraft which contained all of the access hatches and much of the original RLM 76 paint.

Own a piece of history and a part of the limited series of Historical Relic Plaques from the Workshop of Artist, Craig Tinder. Each plaque includes:

-Piano black wood base with removable kickstand - ready to hang on wall or stand upright
-Metallic Fine Art Illustration by Artist Craig Tinder
-Actual authenticated artifact from a Junkers Ju 87 Stuka (actual fragment varies - photo is of a representative sample and will vary slightly)
-Historical data plate providing provenance and all known historical details about the relic
-Includes a Certificate of Authenticity signed by the Artist, Craig Tinder

Very limited quantities on hand - once these sell out, they’re gone!

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Accessories in photos are not included - Includes a wood plaque, art panel, and historical artifact.

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

Known Relic History

This relic comes from a large 34" x 36" section of the port wing of a JU-87 B-1 Stuka, W.Nr. 5611, recovered near Yukhnov, Russia. The panel, still coated with original RLM 76 (light blue) paint, displays access hatches, oil streaks, and remnants of Russian soil in its stringers. This aircraft, part of II/StG1, was severely damaged by anti-aircraft fire on April 18, 1942, during the German advance on the Eastern Front. Despite their injuries, both the pilot, Lt. Hans Buchholz, and his radio operator, Uffz. Hans Bayerlein, survived the crash, making an emergency landing in an area that had been liberated by Soviet forces just a month earlier.

The aircraft suffered an 80% loss during the crash, with significant damage caused by the intense flak that hit it during its mission. The crash site, located 70 km west-northwest of Kaluga, was a hotspot for combat activity during this period, as the Soviets had launched counter-offensives to reclaim lost ground. This intact panel is a rare remnant of the aircraft, providing insight into both the machine's design and the ferocity of the battles it participated in.

Lt. Hans Buchholz and Uffz. Hans Bayerlein were fortunate to survive the crash, but the damage inflicted on the aircraft during its final mission underscores the peril faced by Stuka pilots in these high-risk operations. The JU-87 Stuka, known for its infamous dive-bombing tactics and terrifying siren, played a crucial role in early German victories, but by 1942, it was increasingly vulnerable to Allied anti-aircraft fire and superior fighters. This artifact not only represents a tangible piece of aviation history but also serves as a testament to the endurance and bravery of the crews who flew in these dangerous missions.

Starboard underwing panel of JU 87B-1 Stuka

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