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On the 12th January 1945 during a raid on German naval facilities at Bergen , Lancaster KC-M of 617 Sqn was severely disabled by repeated attacks by FW 190's. After three crew members had baled out Sqn Ldr Tony Iveson and his remaining crew became aware of a FW 190 flying close to their starboard wing. The German pilot was indicating that they should follow him down to land at a nearby base , following which the fighter accelerated away and was not seen again. Sqn Ldr Iveson eventually landed the Lancaster at RAF Sumburgh on the Shetland Islands ans was awarded the DFC for his exploits...Signed by the artist : Keith Aspinall...priced @ £25.00...To complement the purchase of your fine art print, we are now able to offer a professional Picture Framing service. For further details please contact us by phone or email.