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Hurricane Mk.IIC Model, RAF, Douglas Bader - Corgi AA32004
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Description
Corgi Legends Series Diecast Model
Hawker Hurricane Mk.IIC - V7467, Wing Cmdr. Douglas Bader, No. 242 Squadron, RAF
1:72 scale. Wingspan: 6.5"
Quickly rising to a Hurricane Ace with No. 242 Squadron where he scored 11 destroyed and 1 probably destroyed, Wing commander Douglas Bader was appointed to command the Spitfire IIA equipped Tangmere Wing in March 1941. When taken prisoner in August 1941 Bader had scored with the newer Spitfire a further 9 and 4 shared destroyed, 5 probably destroyed and 7 damaged. This brought his total score to 20 and 4 shared destroyed, 6 and 1 shared probably destroyed and 11 damaged. He became one of the most recognised Allied Aces and a heroic figure representing the indomitable spirit of the RAF.
The Hawker Hurricane was a British single-seat fighter aircraft and the first monoplane fighter to join the Royal Air Force. Together with the Spitifre, the Hurricane was significant in enabling the RAF to win the Battle of Britain in 1940, accounting for the majority of the RAF's air victories
Corgi is a leading manufacturer of high quality, pre-built, diecast model airplanes. Each model is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, using specifications of the original aircraft. Corgi models are constructed with precision-made diecast metal and some plastic components.
The models in the Corgi Legends series feature realistic panel lines, detailed cockpit with pilot figure, historically accurate markings and fixed position landing gear with rotating wheels.
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