Canadian Armed Forces Hercules C-130 Photograph | Cold War Aviation Collectable

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Category: Collectables:Transportation Collectables:Aeronautica:Military:Photos/ Prints
Condition: In decent condition. Please check our images.

Canadian Armed Forces Hercules C-130 Photograph | Cold War Aviation Collectable

Authentic photograph of Canada’s legendary C-130 Hercules — a vital symbol of Cold War military airlift history.

Measurements: approx. 6 3/8 x 4 1/4 inches

Paper: Fujifilm Fuijicolor  Crystal Archive Paper
Dates: n/a

Condition: Previously numbered and mounted with a small double-sided tape. In decent condition.

Internal notes: QC passed

This dynamic original photograph captures a proud Canadian Armed Forces C-130 Hercules (aircraft 308) in full flight against a brilliant blue sky. The powerful hum of four spinning propellers and the iconic shape of the Hercules transport evoke the spirit of global military readiness that defined Cold War era operations. With its bold CANADA markings and operational insignia, this aircraft embodies the essential lifeline role that airlift squadrons played across continents and conflict zones during a tense and transformative period.

Printed on Fujifilm Crystal Archive Paper, measuring approximately 6 3/8 x 4 1/4 inches, this photograph has been preserved in decent collector condition, showing minor traces of previous mounting. The Lockheed C-130 Hercules has served multiple generations of Canadian forces, providing critical support for missions ranging from Arctic patrols to NATO deployments, humanitarian aid, and peacekeeping operations — a true workhorse of Cold War and modern history.

For military aviation collectors, Cold War historians, and Canadian Armed Forces enthusiasts, this image offers a tangible and stirring link to a legacy of service, resilience, and global duty, preserving the spirit of one of the most celebrated aircraft ever built.