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The Handley Page Halifax is a British Royal Air Force (RAF) four-engined heavy bomber of the Second World War. It was developed by Handley Page to the same specification as the contemporary twin-engine Avro Manchester. The Halifax was produced in large numbers during the war: of the 10,018 heavy bombers produced in Britain between 1940 and 1944, 4,046 were various models of the Halifax – in excess of 40%.[10] In all, 6,178 Halifaxes were built, the last delivered in April 1945.[12][10] At the peak, 41 separate factories and dispersed units were involved in production, along with 600 subcontractors and 51,000 employees, with one Halifax completed every hour.[10] The first English Electric-built aircraft was flown from Samlesbury on 15 August 1941. Made of aluminum, this Data Plate Set is in EXCELLENT relic condition! Though it is corroded and a bit dirty, it retains traces of the original paint! The top plate has come away from the original aluminum, however the 2nd data plate is still attached. All markings are legible, and clearly stamped into each plate. Would make a PERFECT addition to any collection or display! |
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