Sun Chase by Lyons Studio

In this WWII scene, two F4U Corsairs from the Jolly Rogers chase a Japanese Zero, bathed in golden sunlight. The year 1943 is evident from the Corsair markings. The plane in front bears red markings, changed to blue that year to avoid confusion with enemy aircraft. The plane in the background shows the switch to blue. Ace pilots Jim Streig and Tommy Blackburn, members of the Jolly Rogers, Fighting Squadron 17, pilot the Corsairs. The Vought F4U Corsair, renowned for its speed, ruggedness, and firepower, entered combat in 1943. The Japanese Zero, designed to meet tough specifications, first saw combat in 1940. It initially dominated the skies but faced improved Allied fighters by 1943. The image size is 18.5 x 15.5, available in a Limited Edition of 250 Signed and Numbered and 25 Artist Proofs.

• WWII Chase: Corsairs Pursue Zero in Golden Sunlight
• Corsair Development Timeline
• Corsair's Combat Debut and Impact
• Jolly Rogers Squadron History
• Mitsubishi Zero Design and Early Success
• Zero's Production and Allied Countermeasures
• Zero's Decline and Kamikaze Role
• Print Details
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