Bristol Blenheim Mk IV RAF WWII Bomber Duxford 1987 Restored Postcard J82

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Item ID: 297248120025
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Category: Collectables:Militaria:World War II (1939-1945):Photographs
Condition: In decent condition. Please check our images.

Bristol Blenheim Mk IV RAF WWII Bomber Duxford 1987 Restored Postcard J82

A stunning tribute to RAF heroism–featuring the 1941 Blenheim that honoured Wing Commander Hughie Edwards VC.

Measurements: approx. 8 1/4 x 5 7/8 inches

Dates: n/a

Condition: In decent condition, please see images. 

Internal notes: QC passed

Soar back through time to the skies above Cambridgeshire in June 1987, where a beautifully restored Bristol Blenheim Mk IV cuts a noble silhouette against the English countryside. Captured mid-flight, this photograph evokes the courage and determination of RAF aircrews who braved harrowing missions during the Second World War. Painted in the colours of No. 105 Squadron, it offers a vivid, emotional glimpse into 1941–a time when Britain’s fate hung in the balance and her airmen were her guardians.

The aircraft shown was restored by the British Aerial Museum at Duxford, faithfully portraying the same plane in which Wing Commander Hughie Edwards earned the Victoria Cross for valour. Known for his daring daylight raid over Bremen, Edwards became one of the most decorated Australian servicemen of the war. This particular postcard–Postcard J82–is part of the respected After the Battle series, known for its historical accuracy and evocative visual storytelling.

To hold this postcard is to connect with a story of bravery and historical reverence. Collectors, historians, and aviation enthusiasts alike will recognise its symbolic power and visual authenticity. It is a reminder of our responsibility to preserve the narratives of courage, so future generations may never forget the sacrifices made for freedom. This is not just a postcard–it is a piece of living history.