Mission Beyond Darkness, Robert Taylor art print signed by four US Navy Aircrew

  

A unique piece depicting one of the most remarkable missions during the naval air war in the Pacific. MISSION BEYOND DARKNESS by Robert Taylor. Following the attack against Admiral Ozawa's Japanese carrier fleet on June 20, 1944 - during the Battle of the Philippine Sea -it became clear that due to the lengthy mission most of the aircraft returning to their carriers were running dangerously low on fuel, and to worsen matters, night had fallen.

Despite being given clearance to land on any available flight deck, 80 of the returning aircraft were lost, the majority ditching into the sea. Approximately three-quarters of the crews were rescued. The print is individually numbered and personally signed by the artist and four aircrew who were personally involved in the'Mission Beyond Darkness', creating a historically important edition. USNR - Gunner to Ralph Yaussi, ditched on the. Pilot who ditched on the.

This stunning print is the perfect centerpiece for any aviation art collection. Matted & framed pieces are packed in our custom made boxes. YOUR PIECE OF MIND: As a reputable company, if any issues do arise we don't expect our customers to deal with it.

Please note: The signatures on our pieces are not reproductions; they are original autographs, hand-signed by the veterans involved.