ABOUT THE PLAQUE

WWII Vengeance 2 Historical Plaque | Includes Authentic V2 Rocket Relic – 8"x10" Display

Learn more about this artwork and the relic

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.

2 March 1945, at the Hoek van Holland V-2 Missile launch site, 20 members of the German Artillery Regiment 1./902 meticulously readied 22 V-2 rockets for an extensive assault on London. Replenished by recent rail deliveries, they armed a 22,000-pound rocket with its ethanol and oxygen propellants in preparation for that day's mission.

The launch was initiated at exactly 5:35 am with a sharp call of "Hauptstufe!" from the launch control officer, propelling the rocket skyward toward England.

After a rapid 296-second flight, the rocket descended, detonating violently in a field near Chigwell, 3 miles from London, damaging a nearby house 700 meters from the crash site. Within 7 minutes, a second V-2 suffered a mid-air explosion only 300 meters from the first impact.

In April 2014, this V-2 fragment was recovered from the debris field near Chigwell. The precise origin of this fragment, from either of the rockets, remains a mystery.

Each plaque includes:

  • A piano black wood base with a removable kickstand—ready to hang or display upright
  • Metallic fine art by artist Craig Tinder
  • An authentic fragment recovered from a V-2 Rocket (each piece is unique; photo shows a representative sample)
  • A historical data plate detailing the artifact’s provenance
  • A Certificate of Authenticity, signed by the artist

Supplies are extremely limited—once these sell out, they will not be restocked.

Note: Accessories shown in photos are not included. Includes wood plaque featuring artwork and historical relic only.

PLAQUE DETAILS

ABOUT THE PLAQUE

Each Relic Art Plaque combines Craig Tinder's historical artwork with an authentic relic and documented history in a compact, ready-to-display collectible. The artwork is presented on a piano-black wood plaque with a metallic finish designed to complement the incorporated artifact.

AVAILABLE SIZES

  • 5" × 7" (12.7 × 17.8 cm)
  • 8" × 10" (20.3 × 25.4 cm)

Availability varies by edition.

READY TO DISPLAY

Each plaque includes a removable kickstand for upright display on a desk, shelf, bookcase, or display cabinet and can also be hung on a wall. No additional framing is required.

AUTHENTIC RELICS

Because every relic is an authentic historical artifact, its color, markings, surface texture, and shape may vary from the example photographed. These natural differences make each finished plaque unique.

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 & CARE

SHIPPING

Each Relic Art Plaque is individually completed and inspected by Aces In Action before shipment. The authentic relic is incorporated into the finished plaque, the Certificate of Authenticity is included, and the completed piece is carefully packaged for its collector. Please allow additional time for this hands-on process before your plaque ships.

Gift wrapping is available for Relic Art Plaques.

DISPLAY & CARE

Each plaque arrives ready to display. Use the removable kickstand for tabletop or shelf display, or hang the plaque on a wall using the integrated mounting option.

To preserve the artwork and relic, keep the plaque away from prolonged direct sunlight, excessive moisture, and extreme temperature changes. Dust gently with a clean, soft, dry cloth. Avoid household cleaners, solvents, or abrasive materials on the artwork, plaque surface, or relic.

THE RELIC PLAQUE EXPERIENCE

Authentic History

Each plaque incorporates an authentic historical relic alongside Craig Tinder's artwork and documented history, creating a tangible connection to the aircraft, ship, or vehicle represented.

Handmade by Craig Tinder

Each Relic Art Plaque is individually completed and inspected before shipment, bringing Craig's artwork, the authentic artifact, and its history together in one finished collectible.

Made for Collectors

Compact and ready to display, each plaque includes a Certificate of Authenticity and can be displayed using the removable kickstand or hung on a wall.