Morning Thunder by Robert Taylor aviation art signed by 9 Pearl Harbor Veterans

  
A POWERFUL EDITION RECREATING THE ATTACK ON PEARL HARBOR - DECEMBER 7, 1941. Having taken six torpedo hits and two bomb strikes in the first wave attack on "Battleship Row, " the West Virginia is ablaze, her bows already low in the water and decks awash. Overhead, Japanese Zeros swoop through the smoke, aiming the second wave attack at installations on Pearl Harbor's Ford Island, to complete one of history's most devastating unprovoked declarations of war. There are few truly defining moments in the history of a State - single episodes that touch every citizen, and cast a nation's future. History-changing events that influence the entire world are even more uncommon.

The events that took place in the space of less than two hours on the morning of December 7, 1941 were of such defining importance, their memory is now deeply embedded into the history of the Twentieth Century. At ten minutes to eight, as the US Pacific fleet lazily came awake suddenly, and without warning, the world around them exploded with all the mighty force of thunder: Within seconds Pearl Harbor became cloaked with attacking Japanese aircraft. Before sailors could comprehend what was happening, bombs and torpedoes had ripped out the heart of the fleet: Four of eight battleships were sunk; a dozen more naval vessels lay stricken in the water; 2400 souls perished. In those terrible few moments, the tranquil scene was transformed into a boiling cauldron of explosions, fire, smoke and unimaginable destruction. Pearl Harbor became a ranging inferno.

This powerful print is personally signed by the Artist along with NINE Veterans who fought at Pearl Harbor on that fateful day, including Medal of Honor recipient John Finn. This powerful edition, carrying truly historic autographs, is the perfect opportunity for enthusiasts to acquire a historic collector's item, perfect for history enthusiasts and autograph hunters alike.

Matted & framed pieces are'flat packed' in substantial packaging. 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.