{"product_id":"spitfire-vb-bl479-vintage-ww2-fighter-raf-fleet-plane-military-aircraft-postcard","title":"Spitfire Vb BL479 Vintage WW2 Fighter RAF Fleet Plane Military Aircraft Postcard","description":"\u003cp\u003eNR11x  This is a superb opportunity to secure this limited edition collectors postcard from over 40 years ago as a specialist souvenir of this Vickers Armstrong Submarine Spitfire Vb BL479 and has full accompanying information of the aircraft and its specifications on reverse. The souvenir's photo captures the iconic design and impressive profile of this vital military aircraft during active operations. As part of a highly respected aviation series, this card serves as an authentic historical record of contemporary aerospace technology, making it an essential addition for military history enthusiasts and postcard collectors alike, and is unused in mint condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Supermarine Spitfire Mk Vb (serial BL479) holds a historic legacy, most famously serving as a presentation aircraft funded by the citizens of the Dutch East Indies and named \"Siri\" or \"West Borneo\". This iconic Merlin-powered fighter operated with frontline squadrons like No. 222 (Natal) Squadron during the intensive air battles of 1942. Flying critical fighter sweeps and escort missions over occupied Europe, it represented the vital international fundraising efforts that directly sustained the Royal Air Force's frontline combat strength\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Postcard Finder","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56960536805702,"sku":null,"price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/3216\/9030\/files\/20260716_002.jpg?v=1784156633","url":"https:\/\/postcardfinder.co.uk\/products\/spitfire-vb-bl479-vintage-ww2-fighter-raf-fleet-plane-military-aircraft-postcard","provider":"Postcard Finder","version":"1.0","type":"link"}