1943 Douglas A-20 Havoc WWII Bomber Aircraft Plane Postcard Santa Monica CA
$ 6.6
Description
1943 Douglas A-20 Havoc WWII Bomber Aircraft Plane Postcard Santa Monica CA. The front features a vibrant illustration of the Havoc in its distinctive camouflage, soaring through the skies with the iconic US star insignia prominently displayed. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. This collectible vintage postcard showcases the formidable Douglas A-20 "Havoc" attack bomber, a pivotal aircraft during World War II. The front features a vibrant illustration of the Havoc in its distinctive camouflage, soaring through the skies with the iconic US star insignia prominently displayed. This particular card is a unique historical artifact, directly published by the Douglas Aircraft Company, Inc., based in Santa Monica, California, making it a genuine piece of wartime aviation history. The reverse side provides a detailed description of the A-20 Havoc's capabilities, highlighting its versatility as an attack bomber, night fighter, and pursuit plane. It mentions its crew of three, advanced features like tri-cycle landing gear, self-sealing fuel tanks, armor plating, and heavy armament, all crucial for its operational effectiveness. Dated 1943, this card offers a rare glimpse into the wartime production and public perception of military aviation, appealing to collectors of WWII memorabilia, aviation history, and vintage postcards.
