Vintage RAF Hurricane II Postcard – Battle of Britain Memorial Flight LF363

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Item ID: 297248135110
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Category: Collectables:Militaria:World War II (1939-1945):Photographs
Condition: In decent condition. Please check our images.

Vintage RAF Hurricane II Postcard – Battle of Britain Memorial Flight LF363

A beautifully preserved tribute to the iconic Hurricane LF363 – a soaring symbol of courage and remembrance from Britain’s finest hour.

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

Dates: n/a

Condition: In decent condition, please see images. 

Internal notes: QC passed

As the Hurricane LF363 slices through the sky in this stunning photograph, one is drawn back to the thunderous skies of 1940, where bravery danced on wings of canvas and steel. This evocative postcard captures the aircraft in flight, its classic camouflage blending into the English countryside far below. It is a moment frozen in time, evoking the raw determination of the Royal Air Force during the desperate defence of Britain — a time when every sortie could tilt the balance of freedom.

This particular Hurricane II, tail number LF363, is one of the most historically revered examples, preserved by the Royal Air Force’s Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. Originally entering service in the early 1940s, LF363 remains a living relic of wartime valour, having been carefully restored and flown as a tribute to The Few. The image was captured by Peter Warren and published by After the Battle, known for its highly collectible series of ‘then and now’ military aviation ephemera. Its inclusion in this series only deepens its significance as a piece of aviation heritage.

Collecting such artefacts isn’t merely a hobby — it’s a way of honouring sacrifice, preserving national memory, and staying connected to the human stories woven into the wings and fuselages of wartime aircraft. This postcard doesn’t just belong in a collection — it belongs in a home that cherishes history, courage, and continuity.