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Original World War II-era glossy black-and-white photograph showing a Curtiss P-40 Warhawk fighter aircraft on exhibition at Thunderbird Field No. 2 in Arizona.
This remarkable historical aviation photograph captures a large gathering of uniformed military personnel surrounding the P-40 fighter, with several additional military training aircraft lined up behind it.
Photographed from an elevated viewpoint, the image provides an impressive look at a wartime military aircraft exhibition.
Photograph Details:
- Size: 5\" x 3.5\"
- Finish: Glossy
- Period: WWII era, circa 1940s
- Location: Thunderbird Field No. 2, Arizona
- Featured aircraft: Curtiss P-40 Warhawk fighter
- Visible markings: X807 and tail number appearing to read 323997
- Additional military aircraft visible in the background
- Large gathering of military personnel
Original Reverse Markings:
Handwritten caption:
\"P-40 ON EXHIBITION THUNDERBIRD #2\"
The reverse also features two large \"RESTRICTED\" stamps and a smaller numerical marking.
These markings add historical interest and suggest the photograph was subject to wartime military information controls.
Condition: Original period photographic print showing age-related toning, slight curling, and minor handling wear. Please examine all photographs for exact condition.
An excellent collectible for enthusiasts of WWII fighter aircraft, Curtiss P-40 Warhawks, U.S. Army Air Forces history, military aviation photography, and wartime Arizona airfields.
