1919-32 RAF Armstrong Whitworth Siskin Fighter Photo Real Photographs Co Ltd

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201309-1785
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Item Description
Grading Standard:
Vintage Real-Photo by Real Photograph Co. Ltd
Size:
3.5x5.5 inches with minor variation
Blacklight Test:
No.
Other Notes:
Historical photograph.
(Wikipedia) - The Royal Aircraft Factory B.E.2 (Blériot Experimental) was a British single-engine two-seat biplane which was in service with the Royal Flying Corps (RFC) from 1912 until the end of World War I. The "Bleriot" in its designation refers to the fact that, like the Bleriot types it was of tractor configuration, with the propeller in front. About 3,500 were built. Initially used as front-line reconnaissance aircraft and light bombers, variants of the type were also used as night fighters. Like many warplanes since, the B.E.2 was retained in front line service after it had become obsolete, for want of a suitable replacement. After its belated withdrawal it finally served as a trainer, communications aircraft and on anti-submarine coastal patrol duties.
While the type was designed and tested at the Royal Aircraft Factory, the vast majority of production aircraft were built under contract by private companies, including well known manufacturers as well as firms that had not previously built aircraft.
The B.E.2 has always been the subject of a good deal of controversy. While it proved fundamentally unsuited to air-to-air combat it had a relatively low accident rate, and its notorious stability actually proved helpful in its artillery observation and aerial photography duties.
Do not expect perfect photos. Often old photos have small creases and tears around the edges.
Special Note:
Real Photograph Co. Ltd. was a British company and to my knowledge it went out of business in the later part of the 1960s.
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Photo Grading Standards and Terms Used
1st Generation
AKA
Original:
This is a photo manufactured near the time when the image was taken.
Vintage:
Photo that is at least 30 years old.
Size:
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