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Douglas Bader was one of the legendary names of WW2. His bravery and determination have provided an inspiration to many over
the years. In 1931 Bader lost both his legs in an aircraft crash attempting some
low-flying aerobatics. Bader made the following laconic entry in his logbook
after the crash "Crashed slow-rolling near ground. Bad show." After months of
painful recuperation learning to walk on artificial legs Bader undertook
refresher training, passed his check flights and was found fit for active
service. However he was retired from the RAF for medical reasons in 1933.
Bader returned to the RAF at the outbreak of World War II
- Posted to a fighter squadron in 1940 Bader scored his first kills during the
Battle of France over Dunkirk. He quickly rose to the rank of Wing Commander and
with Trafford Leigh-Mallory instigated the "Big Wing" tactical formation. Forced
to bale out during a fighter sweep over France in 1941 Bader spent the rest of
the Second World War as a prisoner of war. His repeated escape attempts led to
his eventual incarceration in Colditz Castle. Group Captain Sir Douglas Bader a
truly inspirational British Hero.
Douglas Bader Bronze Bust
£275.00
Shipping is Free within the UK we
would be pleased to quote for shipping overseas please contact us for more
details
Douglas Bader Bronze Limited
Edition Bust by Aviation and Military Artist and Sculptor Peter Close is limited to an edition of 250
The bronze sculpture is hand cast in the
highest quality cold cast bronze in Peter's workshop in Somerset
The Douglas Bader bronze portrait Sculpture will
come to you with a certificate of authenticity signed by the artist and will be
engraved with its own unique edition number - if you would like to request a
special number please contact us to check availability
The sculpture stands 12" high and
weighs 4 kgs Shipping is free within the UK only.
