Junker Ju52

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Junker 52 in Operation Mercure. Three-engined transport aircraft of the Luftwaffe the Junker Ju52 was used by the German Paratroopers in the invasions of Norway and Crete. Aviation art prints by Tim Fisher and Robert Taylor available from aviation prints.co.uk. 

The tri-motor Ju52 made its maiden flight in April 1932, and was quickly in service with airlines in over 30 countries, Lufthansa operating two aircraft between Berlin, London, and Rome before the end of the year. Clandestine work on a military version was also under way, the first bomber conversion appearing in 1934. Armed with a pair of machine guns, the Ju52/3mg3e could carry a bomb load slightly in excess of 1300lb, but it was in the air transport role that the Ju52 would excel.   After cutting its military teeth as a troop carrier in the Spanish Civil War, the Ju52 came into its own during the invasions of Poland and Norway by which time over 550 of the type were in service. But its relatively low speed made the Ju52 an easy target for anti-aircraft gunners, and in the five days it took the Wehrmacht to crush the Netherlands and Belgium no fewer than 167 were totally destroyed.   The Ju52 supported every Wehrmacht operation on every front during World War II, carrying paratroopers, towing gliders, transporting munitions and supplies, and evacuating casualties, but at a heavy price: In the final evacuation of Tunisia over 400 Ju52s were lost in less than 3 weeks. At the end of the war fewer than 50 of the 4800 Ju52s built were still surviving. In a twist of irony, following refurbishment, ten of these went into service with British European Airways in 1946! 

The Second Wave, Greece, 20th May 1941 by David Pentland.

Following the initial parachute drops at Maleme (West) and Canea (Middle) Group East, comprising of Fallschirmjager Regiment 1 and 2nd battalion FJR2, prepared for their descent on Crete. Charged with the capture of Heraklion and its aerodrome, their departure was postponed until late afternoon due to the repairs and refuelling needed for the returning Junker 52 transports.

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Alexander Uhlig Knights Cross signature series edition of 50 prints, from the signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £145.00

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Fries signature edition of 50 prints from the signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £145.00

Signed by Leutnant Herbert Fries.

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Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Size 36 inches x 24 inches (91cm x 61cm). Price £480.00

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Falling Angels by Tim Fisher.

Ju 52s deploy German Paratroopers during the assault on Crete (operation Mercure) 1942. 

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Alexander Uhlig Knights Cross signature series edition of 5 prints from the limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 17 inches x 12 inches (43cm x 31cm). Price £135.00

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Alexander Uhlig Knights Cross signature series edition of 10 prints, from the signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 17 inches x 12 inches (43cm x 31cm). Price £100.00

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Fries signature edition of 10 prints from the signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 17 inches x 12 inches (43cm x 31cm). Price £100.00

Signed by Leutnant Herbert Fries.

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Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91cm x 61cm). Price £480.00

Special Offer £110 Off Selected Giclee Canvas Prints - Was £590


Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £370.00

Special Offer £90 Off Selected Giclee Canvas Prints - Was £460

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A Junkers Ju52 of Luftflotte 2, escorted by Me109s of JG-53, transports important military personnel over the Dolomites in 1942. With the setting sun illuminating the mountain tops in a brilliant light, the panoramic vista is both chilling and spectacular. As the aircraft lumbers across the impressive mountain scenery, members of the High Command can be seen in conference in the cabin, while crew in the cockpit concentrate on their special duties flight plan. Behind them, unprotected from the elements, a lone gunner keeps a watchful eye. The Ju52 became the Luftwaffes primary wartime transport aircraft, taking part in every German army land operation during World War II.

Signed limited edition of 750 prints. Paper size 35 inches x 24 inches (89cm x 61cm). Price £200.00

Signed by Leutnant Herbert Kaiser, Oberleutnant Gunther Seeger, Oberfeldwebel Alexander Uhlig (deceased), Major Werner Roell (deceased), Oberfeldwebel Theo Gerling, Oberleutnant Helmut Schwarz and Hauptmann Claus Semmelhaack.



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Signed by Leutnant Herbert Kaiser, Oberleutnant Gunther Seeger, Oberfeldwebel Alexander Uhlig (deceased), Major Werner Roell (deceased), Oberfeldwebel Theo Gerling, Oberleutnant Helmut Schwarz and Hauptmann Claus Semmelhaack.


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Special Duties by Robert Taylor    A Junkers Ju52 of Luftflotte 2, escorted by Me109s of JG-53, transports important military personnel over the Dolomites in 1942. With the setting sun illuminating the mountain tops in a brilliant light, the panoramic vista is both chilling and spectacular. As the aircraft lumbers across the impressive mountain scenery, members of the High Command can be seen in conference in the cabin, while crew in the cockpit concentrate on their 'special duties' flight plan. Behind them, unprotected from the elements,  a lone gunner keeps a watchful eye. The Ju52 became the Luftwaffe's primary wartime transport aircraft, taking part in every German army land operation during World War II.

The tri-motor Ju52 made its maiden flight in April 1932, and was quickly in service with airlines in over 30 countries, Lufthansa operating two aircraft between Berlin, London, and Rome before the end of the year. Clandestine work on a military version was also under way, the first bomber conversion appearing in 1934. Armed with a pair of machine guns, the Ju52/3mg3e could carry a bomb load slightly in excess of 1300lb, but it was in the air transport role that the Ju52 would excel.

After cutting its military teeth as a troop carrier in the Spanish Civil War, the Ju52 came into its own during the invasions of Poland and Norway by which time over 550 of the type were in service. But its relatively low speed made the Ju52 an easy target for anti-aircraft gunners, and in the five days it took the Wehrmacht to crush the Netherlands and Belgium no fewer than 167 were totally destroyed.

The Ju52 supported every Wehrmacht operation on every front during World War II, carrying paratroopers, towing gliders, transporting munitions and supplies, and evacuating casualties, but at a heavy price: In the final evacuation of Tunisia over 400 Ju52s were lost in less than 3 weeks. At the end of the war fewer than 50 of the 4800 Ju52s built were still surviving. In a twist of irony, following refurbishment, ten of these went into service with British European Airways in 1946!

FALLING ANGELS BY TIM FISHER  Ju 52s deploy German Paratroopers during the assault on Crete (operation Mercure) 1942. 

 

 

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Ivan Berryman - Battle of Britain Art

Artist Ivan Berryman has been producing many pencil drawings depicting scenes from the Battle of Britain. Each of these is signed by one of the pilots who was actually present at the battle, and is often inspired by the events they took part in themselves. Special signed print editions have also been created from existing full colour print editions, with some featuring multiple pilot signatures. You can find all of Ivan's Battle of Britain artwork on his website - www.ivanberryman.com, or see a full list of pencil drawings - updated regularly, in our dedicated section of pencil drawings.

When you go to a product page for an item in our shop, click on the names of the pilots where they are linked in the text for an item to see a profile page for that pilot. Often we include photos of signing sessions along with details of their flying career, and a full list of all items signed by the pilot.

Pilot Signed Battle of Britain Prints and Original Pencil Drawings

Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain

We are busy building up a portfolio of many many original pencil drawings which depict events from the Battle of Britain, the famous air battle won by 'the Few' in the summer of 1940. The British and Commonwealth pilots defended the air above Britain and the surrounding seaways from the might of the German Luftwaffe. Greatly outnumbered, the bravery of these young pilots saved the country from invasion, and let Britain survive to go on to defeat Germany. Without that first crucial victory, the outcome of the war could have been so very different. We have been busy arranging signing sessions with the few pilots who fought in that great battle who remain with us to this day. Our newly commissioned pencil drawings are often based on the descriptions of the battle by these great men, and are authenticated by their signatures. We have also had several editions of existing prints signed in full, or have signatures added to parts of existing editions. We have also incoporated signatures of some of the German pilots who also took part in the battle, some of whom went on to become top scoring aces of the war. See our Original Pencil Drawings Section - particularly the section of artists David Pentland and Ivan Berryman. Also, see our New Signature Editions section to see all of our newly signed editions.

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