Most Memorable Day
Adolf Galland and his wingman Bruno Hegenauer attacking Blenheims of 21st Squadron
Most Memorable Day © Robert Taylor
Most Memorable Day © Robert Taylor
Description
This aviation art print by Robert Taylor depicts Adolf Galland and his wingman Bruno Hegenauer in their Messerschmitt Me-109s breaking through the fighter escort of No. 303 Squadron's Spitfires to attack Blenheim bombers of No. 21 Squadron over northern France, 21 June 1941. In two missions that day Galland claimed two Blenheims and one Spitfire, survived a forced crash-landing, and later a parachute escape from his blazing Me-109. That evening he learned he was to become the first recipient of the Knights Cross with oak leaves and swords - Germany's highest award for heroism.
Signatories:
- General ADOLF GALLAND
- Oberst JOHANNES NAUMANN
- Major GERHARD SCHOPFEL
- Hauptmann OTTO STAMBERGER
Limited Edition:
- 1000 signed and numbered (Sold out)
- 100 Artist's Proofs
Overall Height ca.
63
cm
Overall Width ca.
84
cm
