Forever amber from the confederate air force collection. B 17g, serial number, bomb group and squadron, and frequently notes about the disposition. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. A special thanks to other 2nd and 3rd generation 392nd members who donated, scanned and compiled photographs in remembrance of the sacrifice made by those who flew and supported the b24s during wwii. Hal olsen touches up the paint on our b25 mitchell bomber back in april 19, 2007.
In the last 15 years many books have been published dealing with the subject of world war ii nose art. Olsen was recreating one of his original nose art pieces, for the b25 flown by lt. Please notice along with the nose art, many of these planes have icons of bombs, crosses, etc on them. B17 nose art name directory this directory lists over 8,200 boeing b17s from the world war ii era on which some sort of name identification was obtained, showing name and where available, group, squadron, and serial number. Olsen was recreating one of his original nose art pieces, for the b 25 flown by lt. B 17, nose art, pin up, military art, military history, ww2 aircraft, military aircraft, aircraft. Nose art is a decorative painting or design on the fuselage of an aircraft, usually on the front. B17 production ended in may 1945 and totaled 12,731. Harley quinn bombshell pin up nose art, comic books art, comic art, 3. The crew of the aircraft would name their bombers normally after a pin up girl the perfect shirt for work or school or a airshow.
B17 bomber custom made nose art for flight jackets wwii b. The images of nose art were also humorous, patriotic and sometimes propagandist. Vintage aircraft nose art motorbooks classic valant, gary on. B17 bomber custom made nose art for flight jackets wwii b24, p51 b25 has 2,082 members.
Liberty belle was the name of several individual boeing b17 flying fortresses used in combat during world war ii. The b24 liberator is among the most popular bombers of wwii and they featured some of the best nose art around. B17f ye olde pub wwii fighter planes, wwii aircraft, nose art. Nose art was found on many models of fighters, and bombers such as the b17 flying fortress and the b24 liberator. They have been used on many aircraft, vehicles and even in museums. Each of the thirtythree pieces was hacked from the fuselage of b17 and b24.
The dangerous power of womens images in wwii nose art. World war ii nose art in color enthusiast color series paperback august 1, 1993 by jeffrey l. The following is a list of the books we know of on this subject that include at least some b17s. It contains books, photographs, audiovisual materials, oversize graphic materials, artifacts, memorabilia, microfilm, and organizational records donated by. Based on actual aircraft panels such as the p51, p47, p40, p39, p38, f4u, f6f, b29, b25, b. Check out some of the coolest pieces of art the skies of world war ii had to offer in this aircraft nose art gallery. Memphis belle here, the b17 that portrayed the famous wwii memphis belle in the 1990 film. Memphis belle is a boeing b17f flying fortress used during the second world war that inspired the making of two motion pictures. Our nose art decals have been created from past designs that were the most popular. A special thanks to other 2nd and 3rd generation 392nd members who donated, scanned and compiled photographs in remembrance of the sacrifice made by those who flew and supported the b 24s during wwii. Nose art reproduction aluminum panel b17 flying fortress 48. The nose art from sentimental journey which is a restored b17 flying fortress flying out of falcon airfield in mesa az. The notes are extensive, showing the type of aircraft e.
Definitely a source book for important data names, serial numbers, photo availability on this aircraft. This book is a wonderful reminder of the art and spirit of world war ii aviators. Lewd, crude, nude and hilarious warbird nose art world. Featuring pinup girl wwii b17 nose art embroidered on front. Orig nose art wwii b29 aircraft photo 4263454 462nd. Ww2 aircraft military aircraft image avion photo avion b 17 old planes nose art wwii air force discover the magic of the internet at imgur, a community powered entertainment destination. In addition to nose art, many wwii aircraft were painted with icons that. Sergeant eugene townsends b17 nose art for the 32nd bomb squadron during wwii gene townsend joined the 32nd bomb squadron at geiger field in spokane, washington, shortly after the 301st bomb group was formed in february 1942. Note do not move writeen on the on propeller blade pointing downwards, suggesting that the aircraft had suffered some sort of engine damage. The following is a list of all known, and some speculated, nose art names of the four squadrons of 301st bg b 17s. B 17 bomber custom made nose art for flight jackets wwii b 24, p51 b 25 has 2,082 members. During wwii 12,732 b17s were produced between 1935 and may 1945.
Since soldiers are fighting out there on the field, they have no time to mingle with women and even go home to their families for years. Airplane nose art, bomber nose art, wwii nose art, nose. This is a great tshirt for anyone into nose art from world war ii. The b29 superfortress was a popular palette due to its large expanse of relatively open painting space on the nose of its massive fuselage. B 17 ww2 aircraft military aircraft aircraft carrier shoo shoo ww2 planes nose art world war ii wwii b17g flying fortress shoo shoo baby of the 91st bomb group usaf museum on jan. The b17 flying fortress was famous for being able to take a lot of damage and still make it back to base. Wwii would become the golden age of aircraft artistry. Collection of aviation pin up and nose art s belong to their.
Here we see nose art but no name on a b 17 probably a b 17g but it could also be a late b 17f. Some of the aircraft that i admire and want to pay tribute to in the future are the north american p51 mustang which seems to be everyones favorite world war two fighter, as well as some of the more unique aircraft, like the bell p39 aircobra, the bell p63 kingcobra, the grumman f6f3 hellcat, the curtiss p40 warhawk that was made famous by its shark mouth nose art, the republic p. The aircraft was one of the first united states army air forces b17 heavy bombers to complete 25 combat missions. Nose art was found on many models of fighters, and bombers such as the b 17 flying fortress and the b 24 liberator.
World war ii nose art in color enthusiast color series. It lists over 8,200 boeing b17s from the world war ii era on which some sort of name identification was obtained. Nose art is a decorative painting or design on the fuselage of an aircraft, usually on the front fuselage while begun for practical reasons of identifying friendly units, the practice evolved to express the individuality often constrained by the uniformity of the military, to evoke memories of home and peacetime life, and as a kind of psychological protection against the stresses of war and. The eighth air force archive documents both the fighter and bomber groups that served in europe and africa during world war ii and the eighth air force veterans organizations nationwide. In honor of the 65th anniversary of the doolittle raid over tokyo, mr. Jun 05, 2019 this led directly to my future research and painting of wwii aviation nose art, which began with the b 24 and b 17 aircraft of the 8th air force in england.
In this video, you can see historic photos in full color of some of the best b24 nose art from. Perhaps the most enduring nose art of world war ii was the sharkface motif, which first. Get the best deals on nose art when you shop the largest online selection at. Khaki color with black edge on the bill of the cap. Lift your spirits with funny jokes, trending memes, entertaining gifs, inspiring stories, viral videos, and so much more. Military graphics nose art decals from the best quality. Ww2 picture photo pinup bomber art nose bombs away b17 flying fortress 3403. Here we see nose art but no name on a b17 probably a b17g but it could also be a late b17f.
As the united states entered world war ii, nose art regulations were relaxed, or in many cases totally ignored. More information about this seller contact this seller 4. Boeing b 17 flying fortress windy city avenger warbirds resource group is devoted to the collection and dissemination of information relating to historical military aviation. Over 150 designs of the most decorated aces and unit aircraft markings wwii ever produced. What is nose art these are paintings or photos that are on military aircraft. We have collected some incredible images of damaged b17 flying fortresses that made it home. Those icons have to do with the number of missions that plane flew. Feb 07, 20 please notice along with the nose art, many of these planes have icons of bombs, crosses, etc on them. Im doing some research for a paint scheme i plan on doing. Disney and comic book characters were yet another source of art like lil abner were copied regularly. Ww2 nose art photos of b17 bombers ww2 and aviation. The following is a list of all known, and some speculated, nose art names of the four squadrons of 301st bg b17s. Oct 2, 2015 explore caseypurpuss board wwii airplane nose art, followed by 1993 people on.
This tee would make a great birthday gift for family and friends. Published photographs of 301st bg nose art are especially rare. The b17 all american the truth behind the tall tale. Starcer painted over a hundred pieces of renowned b17 nose art, including. My questions arent so much about the pinup girls, but more about everything the other parts of the nose art. In 1980, i joined the aero space museum of calgary, while i was busy editing my own column of the nose art used by the american who flew in england during wwii. Featuring pinup girl wwii b 17 nose art embroidered on front. Im new to the forum and im curious about wwii bomber nose art.
Sergeant eugene townsends b 17 nose art for the 32nd bomb squadron during wwii gene townsend joined the 32nd bomb squadron at geiger field in spokane, washington, shortly after the 301st bomb group was formed in february 1942. B17f ye olde pub wwii fighter planes, wwii aircraft. Landry lost his older brother, robert, who was killed in a b17 crash during the war. This led directly to my future research and painting of wwii aviation nose art, which began with the b24 and b17 aircraft of the 8th air force in england. Some spellings may need correction and we heartily welcome any corrections a reader may be able to provide based especially on photographic evidence, but also with consideration of journals, diaries, macrs, news clippings, letters, bomber jackets, or. The practice of embellishing personalized insignias and decorations on military fighter aircraft was said to have originated with italian and. His b17 nose art directory was concerned with the 8th, 15th, and 20th afs. Hal olsen touches up the paint on our b 25 mitchell bomber back in april 19, 2007.
Usmc madg 41 comic art comic art, comic books, traditional. Their book, aircraft nose art from world war i to today, provides historical. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Here are images of wwii aircraft art and their airplane noses. Going beyond simple lettering and pictures, airplane nose art was a form of power, good luck, ownership and a blushing reminder of home for the crews. See more ideas about nose art, airplane art and art. The art on the plane unified the crew, and identified it, and made it unique from all of the aircraft in their unit or on their base. Lot of 4 original wwii photos navy pb4y2 bomber aircraft nose art reds rebels. B17 flying fortress nose art gallery campbell, john m. A new book explores the incredible encounter of two wwii pilots in midair a rookie. Apr 16, 2012 t he third set of nose art photos was supplied by an email correspondent in mid 2005.
Lewd, crude, nude and hilarious warbird nose art world war. B17 flying fortress bomber nose art, nose art photographs. See more ideas about nose art, wwii and the mighty eighth. This is a coffee table book, but excellent source of nose art. The crew of the 95th bomb group by their b17, diana, in england. It not only contains b17 and b24 art, but other bombers and fighters. You are looking at the highest quality aluminum reproduction b17 flying fortress nose art panel ever offered on ebay or anywhere else i would imagine. Aviation pin ups nose art, b 17, aircraft painting, airplane art, ex. T he third set of nose art photos was supplied by an email correspondent in mid 2005. And rather than searching the total list for group aircraft he has listed the ac assigned to each group by group number. Nice details of mission and kill markings on the nose of this b17g.
Photographs of b17 flying fortress nose art in world war ii. It lists over 8,200 boeing b 17s from the world war ii era on which some sort of name identification was obtained. Call 678 5897433 to talk to one of our tour coordinators. The b 29 superfortress was a popular palette due to its large expanse of relatively open painting space on the nose of its massive fuselage. Wings ablaze with gunfire, the messerschmitts pilot aimed his fighter directly at the nose of the all american. Nose art and named planes of the usaaf during wwii the projects purpose is to gather and record information and photographs on named or embellished planes of all types which served with the usaaf in all theatres of operation and to detail the work done by those men and women who painted nose art including civilian personnel. The practice of embellishing personalized in airmen, fly girls and shark teeth vintage aircraft the major attractions of air festivals popular vintage b17 see more. B17 nose panel nose art displays hand made military. Mar 30, 2016 50 color vintage photographs showing amazing nose art painted on military aircrafts during world war duration. As an art form, nose art is uniquely american, although images of women have. Ted lawson, one of the pilots involved in the raid. B17 bomber custom made nose art for flight jackets wwii b24. Airplane nose art, bomber nose art, wwii nose art, nose art.
Some of our nose art decals are available with your custom text. Penny ante crew, 379th bg, england, june 1943 great book return to base. The crew aboard the b17 flying fortress had seconds to respond. Aug 11, 2015 here are images of wwii aircraft art and their airplane noses. Of these 4,735 were lost in combat, a staggering 37 percent. Specializing in the finest most authentic world war ii aviation nose art panel and hull section reproductions, aviation shelves and furniture in the world. Home nose art displays hand made military aviator artwork. This is a nice reproduction of an original ww2 photograph showing the nose art of the wwii b17 bomber round tripper. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Wwii plane nose art aircraft nose art b17 nose art.