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Ministry of Supply, UK
Title
(Cold War) TU-2 Bomber
Publication Place / Date
n.p. / 1947
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14.9 x 21.8 inches
Color
Uncolored
Condition
VG+
Stock# 96735
$ 195.00
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TU-2 Bomber, published by Fosh & Cross Ltd. in London in March 1947, presents three distinct profiles of this remarkable aircraft. The depiction offers an in-depth understanding of the bomber's features, including its 45-foot-3-inch length and a wingspan of 60 feet 11 inches. This document, marked "Issue 3," provides a comprehensive look into the TU-2's design and significance in the post-World War II era.

In the immediate aftermath of the Second World War, military aviation was undergoing rapid advancements, with various nations striving to consolidate their aerial superiority. The 1940s were a period of reevaluation and technological exploration for military equipment, as nations adapted to peacetime objectives while preparing for potential future confrontations. The TU-2 Bomber stood as a testament to this transitional era in military aviation, representing a balance between wartime exigencies and peacetime innovations.

This poster, issued by the Ministry of Supply for the UK military, served multiple purposes. For one, it functioned as an identification guide, allowing military personnel and possibly civil defense agencies to recognize the bomber from various angles. The detailed specifications, coupled with the profiles of the aircraft, would have been essential for such identification. Given the time of its issuance, there's also a distinct possibility that the aircraft was being evaluated, or was in contention for inclusion, within the UK's defense arsenal.

The production of such posters by Fosh & Cross Ltd. not only underscores the importance of the TU-2 Bomber but also the crucial role such publications played during this period. They were more than mere informational tools; they represented the fusion of art, technology, and military strategy. The precision and detail with which the TU-2 is depicted speaks to the importance of accuracy and knowledge in the realm of military aviation, providing a window into the rigorous standards and expectations of the time.

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