Fairey Swordfish

The Fairey Swordfish was a torpedo bomber, used by the Fleet Air Arm of the Royal Navy during World War 2. Nicknamed "Stringbag" by its pilots, it was outdated by the start of the war, but achieved some remarkable achievements, most notably sinking one and damaging two battleships of the Italian Navy in the Battle of Taranto and famously crippling the Bismarck. It was operated above all as a fleet attack aircraft; though, during its later years, it was also used as an anti-submarine and training craft. 

Designed in the 1930s, the Swordfish outlived several aircraft that were planned to replace it, and remained in front line service until the allies defeated Nazi Germany in 1945.

Limited Edition Prints, sized 210mm x 300mm, signed by Royal Navy Officer Artist are available to purchase for only £9. Framed prints, larger prints and originals may be available upon request.
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