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HEADING FOR TOKYO
by Richard Taylor
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Commemorating the historic Doolittle Raid, 18 April 1942
On 7 December 1941 Japan stunned the world
by launching a surprise attack on Pearl
Harbor. Just four months later, on 18 April
1942, 16 U.S. Army Air Force B-25 Mitchell
bombers made a daring, retaliatory raid on
Tokyo – the first Allied strike on the heart
of Imperial Japan. Launching in heavy seas
from the carrier USS Hornet, Lt. Col. James
H. Doolittle led his strike force for
hundreds of miles across open water to
attack military and industrial targets in as
many cities as possible, with the capital
Tokyo high on the list.
All sixteen bombers made it to Japan and
successfully bombed their targets without
loss. Knowing they had insufficient fuel to
return, and with one plane so low on fuel
that the crew decided to head for
Vladivostok in Russia where they were
interned, the rest flew on to crash-land in
China. Most survived to fly and fight again,
and Lt. Col. Doolittle was awarded the
Congressional Medal of Honor for his part in
planning and leading one of the most
audacious raids in the history of air
combat.
Approx. Matted Size: 29 ˝” wide x 9” high
Image Size: 25” wide x 3” high
Well-known for the precise quality of his drawings, Richard Taylor’s detailed work Heading for Tokyo commemorates the anniversary of this daring raid. With Lt. Col. Doolittle and part of his strike force already airborne and heading for Japan, the scene depicts a further group of the B-25 force following on towards Tokyo. With limited edition prints of this graphic commemorative piece now released, they are sure to be of great interest to all those with an appreciation of the bravery and fortitude displayed by the valiant Doolittle Raiders.
The Limited Edition
Each print is exclusively hand-numbered and personally signed by the artist Richard Taylor.
The Collector’s Edition
Each print in this restricted edition is mounted to full conservation standards to include the original autographs of two highly-regarded veterans who took part in the Doolittle Raid:
Major General DAVID M. JONES
Pilot & Captain of crew #5
Staff Sergeant DAVID J. THATCHER
Engineer on crew #7
Upgrade to include a Remarque
Every copy can be upgraded to include an original Remarque or Double Remarque by Richard in the lower margin of the print, creating a completely unique piece.
If you have a particular request, such as a specific aircraft, please ask when placing your order.
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The Limited Edition
US $105.00 UK £75.00
Edition Size - 100
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The Collectors Edition
US $275.00 UK £195.00
Edition Size - 25
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Remarque
US $545.00 UK £395.00
Edition Size - 0
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Double Remarques
US $875.00 UK £625.00
Edition Size - 0
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