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Military
& Aviation Artist: Simon Smith
Military Art of the Parachute regiment, and
British army forces in the Gulf
war, by Military Artist Simon Smith, Aviation Art prints and paintings also
available published by Cranston Fine Arts.
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The Dambusters by Simon Smith.
On the night of 16/17th May 1943,under a full moon, 19 specially modified Lancaster bombers from 617 Squadron carried out one of the most daring and effective air raids of the Second World War. Led by wing commander Guy Gibson the 19 aircraft took off and headed for Germany at extreme low level.. Their mission, code named Operation Chastise, was to destroy the Ruhr dams which supplied water and electricity to the industrial heart of Reich. Each aircraft carried the ingenious Upkeep mine, developed by the engineer Barnes Wallis. Shaped like a large oil drum, the bomb was spun prior to release at exactly 60ft above the water and 150 yards from the dam wall. This caused the weapon to bounce across water and on impact would also make it stay close to the wall of the dam as it sank. The bomb, technically a mine, was fitted with a hydrostatic fuse similar to a depth charge causing detonation at the required depth.The correct height above the water was achieved by aligning the beams of two spotlights to meet on the surface of the water. Delivering such a weapon on target at night at such low altitude and under enemy fire was thought by many to be impossible. The nineteen pilots,some as young as eighteen had been hand picked by Gibson only two months before and formed into 617 squadron whose first mission was to remain top secret and unknown to them up until the last moment. The Mohne Dam was attacked first and several attempts were made under heavy fire with one lancaster being shot down as it flew over the target.Guy Gibson then attempted to draw fire away from the attacking aircraft by switching on his navigation lights and flying to one side of Mick Martins aircraft ,the scene depicted in Simon Smiths painting.Just as another aircraft was about to go in,excited shouts came over the intercom - its gone! The main target achieved, Gibson led the remaining aircraft on to the Eder Dam deep amongst the mountains of the Eder valley. Here, although no flak defenses, the terrain made the approach extremely hazardous. Two bombs were released yet still the target remained unbreached leaving only one last aircraft ,that of Les Knights to attack. A steep descent from a thousand feet then a dive over a spit of land left very little time to line up and release the bomb.Worse still there was a huge mountain on the far side of the dam! Added to this Edward Johnson the bomb aimer recalled that the spinning bomb had an alarming gyroscopic effect on the handling of the aircraft,so it was with superb flying and teamwork that their bomb struck and finally destroyed the massive stonework of the Eder Dam. Gibsons leadership and bravery led to the award of the VC and many other decorations were bestowed upon the other crews.The squadron however paid a heavy price with 8 lancasters being lost.
Signed limited edition of 500 prints. Image size 25 inches x 17 inches (64cm x 43cm). Price £135.00 Signed by five crew, Edward C Johnson - bomb aime (deceased)r, Ray Grayston - Flight Engineer, Frederick Sutherland - RCAF Rear Gunner, George Chalmers and George Johnson
Limited edition of artist proofs. Image size 25 inches x 17 inches (64cm x 43cm). Price £155.00 Signed by five crew, Edward C Johnson - bomb aimer (deceased), Ray Grayston - Flight Engineer, Frederick Sutherland - RCAF Rear Gunner, George Chalmers and George Johnson
ITEM CODE DHM1460
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The Veteran by Simon Smith.
Our Gal Sal, a veteran of over a hundred ops, returning to base in the summer of 1944. The peace of the English country side is broken by the thunder of the mighty four engined bombers and keen observers will spot the rabbit scampering along the country lane as the Forts of the Bloody 100th circle the Airbase. With one engine feathered and showing signs of the gauntlet of Flak and fighters she has had to come through, the crew know they are only moments away from the safety of home.
Signed limited edition of 500 prints. Image size 23 inches x 17 inches (58cm x 43cm). Price £135.00 Signed by Colonel Bob Morgan (deceased)
Limited edition of artist proofs. Image size 23 inches x 17 inches (58cm x 43cm). Price £135.00 Signed by Colonel Bob Morgan (deceased)
ITEM CODE DHM1461
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Return From Combat by Simon Smith.
Two 85 squadron Hurricanes returning to base after a battle over the skies of southern England in the summer of 1940.
Signed limited edition of 850 prints. Image size 20 inches x 15 inches (51cm x 38cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of artist proofs. Image size 20 inches x 15 inches (51cm x 38cm). Price £135.00
Thorogood Presentation Edition of 4 Artist Proofs, supplied double mounted. Image size 20 inches x 15 inches (51cm x 38cm). Price £260.00 Features the mounted original signature of Squadron Leader Laurence Thorogood DFC AE (deceased).
ITEM CODE DHM1462
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Return From Bremen by Simon Smith.
The leading ace of the mighty Eighth Air Force, Gabby Gabreski. He finished the war with a total of 28 air victories and 2 1/2 enemy aircraft destroyed on the ground by strafing airfields. Gabreski also scored 6 1/2 air victories in the Korean war.
Signed limited edition of 500 prints. Image size 25 inches x 17 inches (64cm x 43cm). Price £120.00 Signed by Colonel Gabby Gabreski (deceased)
Limited edition of artist proofs. Image size 25 inches x 17 inches (64cm x 43cm). Price £135.00 Signed by Colonel Gabby Gabreski (deceased)
ITEM CODE DHM1463
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Little Friends by Simon Smith.
The aircraft in the foreground bears the name Alabama Rammer Jammer, the personal mount of 2/Lt Arthur Cundy ,352nd FS, 353rd FG. The 353rds yellow and black chequered nose bands were one of the most distinctive recognition features of all the Eighths fighter groups.
Signed limited edition of 500 prints. Image size 25 inches x 17 inches (64cm x 43cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of artist proofs. Image size 25 inches x 17 inches (64cm x 43cm). Price £135.00
Blakeslee Presentation Edition of 5 Artist Proofs, supplied double matted. Image size 25 inches x 17 inches (64cm x 43cm). Price £300.00 Features the mounted original signature of Colonel Don Blakeslee (deceased).
ITEM CODE DHM1464
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The Shining Sword by Simon Smith.
RAF Avro Lancaster flies low over occupied Europe.
Signed limited edition of 500 prints. Image size 21 inches x 14 inches (53cm x 36cm). Less than 60 copies remain.. Price £130.00 Signed by Victoria Cross winner Bill Reid (deceased).
Limited edition of artist proofs. Image size 21 inches x 14 inches (53cm x 36cm) Less than 10 copies remain.. Price £180.00 Signed by Victoria Cross winner Bill Reid (deceased).
ITEM CODE DHM1466
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Under Cover of the Night by Simon Smith.
Signed limited edition of 1000 prints. Image size 22 inches x 15 inches (56cm x 38cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 22 inches x 15 inches (56cm x 38cm). Price £135.00
From the signed limited edition of 1000 prints, less than 100 are available co-signed. Image size 22 inches x 15 inches (56cm x 38cm). Price £95.00 Signed by Flt Eng William (Bill) Higgins (deceased).
Reid Presentation Edition of 5 Artist Proofs, supplied double mounted. Image size 22 inches x 15 inches (56cm x 38cm). Price £300.00 Feaetures the mounted original signature of Flight Lieutenant Bill Reid VC (deceased).
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 40 inches x 30 inches (102cm x 76cm). Price £590.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 22 inches (76cm x 56cm). Price £460.00
Original painting by Simon Smith. Image size 46 inches x 36 inches (117cm x 91cm). Price £
ITEM CODE DHM0290
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Mission Completed by Simon Smith.
Depicting the morning after a gruelling operation during the autumn of 1944. As day breaks a returning crew awaits the crew bus at their aircraft dispersal, grouped before their mighty bomber which shows fresh scars of battle from an arduous mission over occupied Europe. The exhausted men are clearly relieved and thankful to be safely home at their in Lincolnshire base.
Signed limited edition of 500 prints. Image size 26 inches x 15 inches (66cm x 38cm). Price £135.00 Signed by Group Captain William Farquharson DFC and Flight Lieutenant Frank Wolfson DFC.
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 26 inches x 15 inches (66cm x 38cm). Price £160.00 Signed by Group Captain William Farquharson DFC and Flight Lieutenant Frank Wolfson DFC.
ITEM CODE DHM2210
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Breaching the Eder by Simon Smith.
On the night of 16th / 17th May 1943, Lancasters of 617 Squadron under the command of Wing Commander Guy Gibson attacked the hydroelectric dams of the Ruhr. Five of the aircraft that successfully attacked and breached the Mohne flew onto the Eder, only three with the Upkeep bombs still on board. Whilst there was no flak, the approach, over difficult terrain, was hazardous and a tremendous test of skills of the crews involved. Pilot Officer Les Knights aircraft, AFN, can be seen having just dropped the last of the groups bombs, which actually breached the dam, and is climbing steeply to avoid the hill behind the dam.
Signed limited edition of 750 prints. Image size 21 inches x 14 inches (53cm x 36cm). Price £95.00
Signed limited edition of 650 prints. Image size 21 inches x 14 inches (53cm x 36cm). Price £135.00 Signed by Flight Lieutenant Edward C Johnson, DFC, Flying Officer Raymond E Grayston and Sergeant Frederick E. Sutherland RCAF
ITEM CODE DHM2407
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Freedom Fighters by Simon Smith.
A pair of Royal Air Force Spitfires fly over the hay fields of southern England as the farmers toil. A tranquil scene which will soon be spoilt with the German Luftwaffe aircraft as the Battle of Britain begins.
Limited edition of 1000 prints. Image size 28 inches x 15 inches (71cm x 38cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 28 inches x 15 inches (71cm x 38cm). Price £135.00
Duckenfield / Brown signature edition of 10 prints from the limited edition of 1000 prints. Image size 28 inches x 15 inches (71cm x 38cm). Price £130.00 Signed by Group Captain Byron Duckenfield AFC
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Squadron Leader Maurice P Brown.
Duckenfield / Brown signature edition of 30 prints from the limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 28 inches x 15 inches (71cm x 38cm). Price £160.00 Signed by Group Captain Byron Duckenfield AFC
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Squadron Leader Maurice P Brown.
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91cm x 61cm). Price £590.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £460.00
ITEM CODE DHM0403
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Dambusters Outward Bound by Simon Smith.
Guy Gibson leads the first wave of Dambusters out over Norfolk on their way to attack the Mohne and Eder.
Signed limited edition of 650 prints. Image size 21 inches x 14 inches (53cm x 36cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 400 prints. Image size 21 inches x 14 inches (53cm x 36cm). Price £135.00 Signed by George Chalmers DFC DFM and Squadron Leader George L. Johnson DFM
ITEM CODE DHM2408
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Last Stand of the 24th Regiment at the Battle of Isandhlwana by Simon Smith
Battle of Isandhlwana. Zulu victory over the British forces on 22nd January 1879 about 100km north of Durban. Lord Chelmsford led a column of forces to seek out the Zulu army camped at Isandhlwana, while patrols searched the district. After receiving a report, Chelmsford set forth at half strength, leaving six companies of the 24th Regiment, two guns, some Colonial Volunteers and a native contingent (in all about 1,800 troops) at the camp. Later that morning an advanced post warned of an approaching Zulu army. Shortly after this, thousands of Zulus were found hidden in a ravine by a mounted patrol but as the patrol set off to warn the camp, the Zulus followed. At the orders of the Camp Commander, troops spread out around the perimeter of the camp, but the Zulu army broke through their defences. The native contingent who fled during the attack were hunted down and killed. The remaining troops of the 24th Regiment, 534 soldiers and 21 officers, were killed where they fought. The Zulus left no one alive, taking no prisoners and leaving no wounded or missing. About 300 Africans and 50 Europeans escaped the attack. Consequently, the invasion of Zulu country was delayed while reinforcements arrived from Britain.
Limited edition of 1000 prints. Image size 23 inches x 16 inches (58cm x 41cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 23 inches x 16 inches (58cm x 41cm). Price £135.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 40 inches x 30 inches (102cm x 76cm). Price £690.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £460.00
ITEM CODE DHM0280
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Irrepressible Para by Simon Smith.
Signed limited edition of 1000 prints. Image size 8 inches x 12 inches (20cm x 31cm). Price £43.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 8 inches x 12 inches (20cm x 31cm). Price £51.00
ITEM CODE DHM0481
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Arnhem Bridge by Simon Smith.
Men of Colonel Frosts 2 Para retake the bridge after a German attempt lead by Captain Viktor Graebner of the 9th SS panzer Division (armoured reconnaissance Troops) had failed.
Signed limited edition of 1000 prints. Image size 12 inches x 8 inches (31cm x 20cm). Price £37.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 12 inches x 8 inches (31cm x 20cm). Price £51.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 40 inches x 30 inches (102cm x 76cm). Price £690.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91cm x 61cm). Price £590.00
Original painting by Simon Smith. Image szie 40 inches x 30 inches (102cm x 76cm). Price £6000.00
ITEM CODE DHM0485
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Arnhem by Simon Smith
Douglas C47 Dakotas fly into the landing and drop zone at Renkum Heath, September 17th 1944.
Open edition print. Image size 23 inches x 15 inches (59cm x 38cm). Price £51.00
Open edition print. Image size 11.5 inches x 7 inches (30cm x 18cm). Price £14.00
Signed edition. Image size 23 inches x 15 inches (58cm x 38cm). Price £70.00
Signed edition. Image size 11.5 inches x 7 inches (30cm x 18cm). Price £37.00
Original painting, oil on board by Simon Smith. Size 40 inches x 28 inches (102cm x 71cm). Price £4800.00
**Open edition print. (3 copies reduced to clear) Image size 23 inches x 15 inches (59cm x 38cm). Price £30.00
ITEM CODE DHM0404
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Arnhem Drop 17th September 1944 by Simon Smith.
Limited edition of 1000 prints. Image size 23 inches x 15 inches (59cm x 38cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 23 inches x 15 inches (59cm x 38cm). Price £135.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 40 inches x 30 inches (102cm x 76cm). Price £690.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 23 inches x 15 inches (58cm x 38cm). Price £590.00
Original painting by Simon Smith. Image size 40 inches x 30 inches (102cm x 76cm). Price £5600.00
ITEM CODE DHM0289
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Southern Steel by Simon Smith.
Confederate cavalry with the battle flag of the Confederacy gallop into battle. The battle flag was also known as the Southern Cross.
Open edition print. Special Promotion : This print is 30% off for a limited time only! Image size 16 inches x 23 inches (41cm x 58cm). Price £37.80
300 signed prints. Image size 16 inches x 23 inches (41cm x 58cm). Price £70.00
Open edition print. Image size 8 inches x 11 inches (20cm x 28cm). Price £14.00
Original painting by Simon Smith. . Price £3360.00
ITEM CODE DHM0278
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The Storm and the Sabre by Simon Smith.
British infantry supported by Warrior armoured vehicles advance into Iraq, February 1991.
Signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 23 inches x 15 inches (58cm x 38cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 23 inches x 15 inches (58cm x 38cm). Price £135.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91.5cm x 61cm). Price £590.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £460.00
Original painting by Simon Smith. Image size 48 inches x 28 inches (122cm x 72cm). Price £4500.00
ITEM CODE DHM0281
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Challenger by Simon Smith.
Tanks of the Queens Royal Irish Hussars in action during the Gulf War, February 1991.
Signed limited edition of 1000 prints. Image size 23 inches x 15 inches (58cm x 38cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 23 inches x 15 inches (58cm x 38cm). Price £135.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91.5cm x 61cm). Price £590.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £460.00
Original painting by Simon Smith. Image size 48 inches x 28 inches (122cm x 71cm). Price £4600.00
**Signed limited edition of 1000 prints. (Two copies reduced to clear) Image size 23 inches x 15 inches (58cm x 38cm). Price £65.00
ITEM CODE DHM0282
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The Winged Dagger by Simon Smith.
22 SAS Squadron in the Gulf, having been dropped by Chinook of the 7th Squadron RAF
signed limited edition of 1000 prints. Image size 23 inches x 16 inches (58cm x 41cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 23 inches x 16 inches (58cm x 41cm). Price £135.00
Limited edition of 200 giclee canvas prints. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91.5cm x 61cm). Price £590.00
Limited edition of 200 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £460.00
Original painting by Simon Smith. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91.5cm x 61cm). Price £5400.00
**Signed limited edition of 1000 prints. (One copy reduced to clear) Image size 23 inches x 16 inches (58cm x 41cm). Price £65.00
ITEM CODE DHM0283
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King of the Lions by Simon Smith.
The British Lions Tour in 1971 saw the begining of the golden era of British Lions Rugby, the side Magnificently captained by John Dawes and coached by the inspirational Carwyn James, containing the legendary Barry John, Gareth Edwards, Willie John McBride, Mike Gibson, JPR Williams, Gerald Davies and David Duckham who achieved the first ever series win against the Mighty All Blacks.
Paper size 27.5 inches x 19.5 inches (70cm x 49cm) . Price £
ITEM CODE SPC0500
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Pride of Lions 89 by Simon Smith.
The British Lions toured Australia in the Summer of 1989 in the knowledge that no Lions touring side had won a Test Series since Willie John McBrides team of 1974 had triumphed in South Africa 15 years previously. Against such stars as Campese, Farr Jones, Lynagh and Ella the Lions led by Scotlands Finlay Caulder knew the odds were stacked against them. In a three test series, anyone who didnt know the enormity of the Lions task soon found out as a rampant Wallabies side thrashed the Lions 30-12. Team manager Clive Rowlands with coaches Roger Uttley and Ian McGeechan, both veterans of the 74 Lions team, made sweeping changes for the Second Test in Brisbane bringing in the likes of Teague and Dooley to strengthen the side. Jeremy Guscotts game breaking try chasing his own kick stunned the Australians and levelled the series at one game all. The Third and deciding Test saw the teams return to the scene of the Wallabies triumph in the first match in Sydney. The teams traded penalties and were level at 9-9 at half time. A Lynagh penalty edged the Australians in front, then with the Lions pressing David Campese threw a wild pass behind his own line and Welshman Ieuan Evans pounced to give the Lions the lead. Hastings penalties stretched the lead 19-12 when two more Lynagh penalties brought the Wallabies to within a point. The Lions were hanging on in a desperate rearguard action as Australia searched in vain for the one score that would win the series. Calder's Lions hung on and the Lions were victorious for the first time since 1974.
Signed limited edition of 200 copies. Image size 27.5 inches x 19.5 inches (70cm x 50cm) . Price £200.00 Signed by David Sole, Finlay Calder, Robert Jones, Mike Teague, Ieuan Evans.
ITEM CODE SG0004
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Mervyns Grand Slam by Simon Smith.
After achieving a then world record points score against Japan and hammering the touring Australians. Mervyn Davies Welsh team swept all before them in the 1976 Five nations. Playing the attractive brand of Rugby that was synonymous with Welsh sides of the 70s they achieved what was then considered the greatest of all Grand Slams.
Print including 16 signatures from the Welsh team - J P R Williams, Gareth Edwards, Mervyn Davies, J J Williams, Phil Bennett, Tommy David, Trevor Evans, Terry Cobner, Geoff Wheel, Allan Martin, Ray Gravell, Steve Fenwick, Gerald Davies, A G Faulkner, Bobby Windsor and Graham Price. Paper size 27.5 inches x 19.5 inches (70cm x 49cm). Price £430.00
Print including 8 signatures from the Welsh team. Paper size 27.5 inches x 19.5 inches (70cm x 49cm). Price £
ITEM CODE SPC0502
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Dawn of the Milennium by Simon Smith.
In the new Millennium stadium Cardiff, Wales invited the World Champions the Springboks to Cardiff for what was to become one of the greatest games in welsh rugby history. the springboks were expected to conquer the welsh side comfortably, however Wales demonstrated from the start just how far they have come since their previous meeting. Mark Taylor had the honour of the first try in the new stadium followed by a second try by Gareth Thomas. The Welsh went onto to win 29 to 19.
Limited edition of 300 prints. Image size 27.5 inches x 19.5 inches (70cm x 49cm) . Price £260.00 Signed by Scott Quinnell, Mark Taylor, Dafydd James, Craig Quinnell, Shane Howarth, Chris Wyatt and Alan Bateman.
**Limited edition of 300 prints. (Two copies reduced to clear) Image size 27.5 inches x 19.5 inches (70cm x 49cm). Price £210.00 Signed by Scott Quinnell, Mark Taylor, Dafydd James, Craig Quinnell, Shane Howarth, Chris Wyatt and Alan Bateman.
ITEM CODE SPC0009
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Legends of Elland Road - Silver by Simon Smith.
Limited edition of 300 prints. Paper size 33 inches x 23.5 inches (84cm x 60cm). Price £118.00 Signatories : Peter Lorimer, John Charles
Limited edition of 2000 prints. Paper size 23.5 inches x 33 inches (60cm x 84cm). Price £353.00 Signatories: Jack Charlton, Lee Bowyer, Lucas Radebe, Gary Kelly, Norman Hunter, Terry Cooper, Paul Reaney, Paul Madeley, Allan Clarke, Peter Lorimer, John Charles, Eddie Gray, Terry Yorath, Frank Gray, David Harvey, Mick Jones, Johnny Giles, Gordon McQueen, Mick Bates, Joe Jordan, Bobby Collins, Trevor Cherry, Tony Currie.
ITEM CODE SPC0037
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Legends of Maine Road by Simon Smith.
Limited edition of 2000 prints. Paper size 33 inches x 23.5 inches (84cm x 60cm). Price £323.00 Signatories : 20 legends incl. Francis Lee, Mike Summerbee, Joe Royle etc.
ITEM CODE SPC0101
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Last Stand of the 24th Regiment at the Battle of
Isandhlwana by Simon Smith
Arnhem Bridge by Simon Smith
Men of Colonel Frosts 2 Para retake the bridge after a German attempt
lead by Captain Viktor Graebner of the 9th SS panzer Division (armoured \
reconnaissance Troops) had failed.
The Dambusters by
Simon Smith Gibson and
Martins attack run 16th May 1943. Signed by five crew, Edward
C Johnson - bomb aimer, Ray Grayston - Flight Engineer, Frederick
Sutherland - RCAF Rear Gunner, George Chalmers and George Johnson
This epic story of the Dam Busters needs little introduction. An
elite squadron of hand-picked airmen were put together under the command
of Wing commander Guy Gibson. Their mission was to destroy the
hydroelectric dams of the Ruhr, causing millions of tons of water to
crash into the German munitions factories. The best known of the dams is
of course, the heavily defended Mohna which was the first to be
breached. Having destroyed this dam, five of the remaining aircraft,
only three still carrying Barnes Wallis' famous 'Upkeep' bomb flew onto
their second, but no less important target, the Eder Dam. Although
defended by flak, the Eder was surrounded on all sides by steep
mountains making the approach extremely hazardous.
The Veteran by Simon Smith
B17, Flying Fortress - Our Gal Sal - of the 100 Bomb group 1944
Signed by Captain Bob Morgan of the Memphis Belle and Simon Smith.
Return From Combat by Simon Smith
Hurricanes of 85 Squadron, 1940
Return From Bremen by Simon Smith
Francis ' Gabby' Gabreski, 26th November 1943.
Little Friends by Simon Smith
Mustangs of the 353rd Fighter Group, 1944
Combat over the Pas de Calais by
Simon Smith
Signed by Johnnie Johnson and Simon Smith.
The Shining Sword by Simon Smith
Lancaster Over Holland. Signed by Victoria Cross Winner Bill
Reid
Mission Completed by Simon Smith
Depicting the morning after a gruelling operation during the autumn of
1944. As day breaks a returning crew awaits the crew bus at their
aircraft dispersal, grouped before their mighty bomber which shows
fresh scars of battle from an arduous mission over occupied Europe.
The exhausted men are clearly relieved and thankful to be safely home
at their in Lincolnshire base.
Breaching the Eder by Simon Smith
Depicts Lancaster AJ-N of pilot officer Les Knight having just
dropped the final bomb which actually breached the dam, climbing
steeply to avoid the mountain behind the dam. So moved by Simon
Smith's reproduction of the event, Flight Lieutenant Edward C Johnson
DFC took the unprecedented step of endorsing the painting itself with
his signature, as well as the first 400 copies of the print.
Signature: Edward C Johnson - bomb aimer, Ray Grayston - Flight
Engineer, Frederick Sutherland - RCAF Rear Gunner.
Arnhem Drop 17th September 1944 by Simon Smith
The Storm and the Sabre by Simon Smith
British infantry supported by Warrior armoured vehicles advance into
Iraq, February 1991.
Challenger by Simon Smith
Tanks of the Queens Royal Irish Hussars in action during the Gulf
War, February 1991.
The Winged Dagger by Simon Smith
22 SAS Squadron in the Gulf, having been dropped by Chinook of the
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