The Blackburn Skua holds a distinguished place in aviation history as the Royal Navy's first monoplane dive bomber. Entering service in the late 1930s, the Skua was a versatile aircraft, serving both as a fighter and a bomber during the early years of World War II. With a crew of two, it was capable of reaching speeds up to 225 mph and had a range of approximately 760 miles. The Skua made its mark in 1939 by claiming the first German aircraft shot down by a British aircraft in World War II. It also played a pivotal role in the first dive-bombing attack that led to the sinking of a major warship, the German cruiser Königsberg, in 1940. Despite its early successes, the Skua was soon outclassed by newer aircraft, but its legacy as a pioneer in naval aviation and dive bombing tactics remains unmatched. The Blackburn Skua is a testament to innovation and bravery, embodying the spirit of early World War II aviation.
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Enjoy your refreshing drinks in this shaker pint glass It can hold up to 16 oz and will be a durable high-quality addition to your glassware collection Whats more you can even use it as a mixing glass for cocktail evenings
- Glass material
- Volume 16 oz (473 ml)
- Not dishwasher or microwave safe
- Simple yet durable design
- Can be used as a mixing glass
- Product sourced from China
Disclaimer This is a handmade product from natural materials so the glass may have some tiny imperfections such as bubbles and dots
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