In Praise of Older Bombers
by
Dru Blair
For nearly five decades, the Boeing B-52 Stratofortress has stood as a symbol of America's determination to defend liberty and freedom around the world.
This remarkable aircraft has achieved an unparalleled record of versatility, endurance and precision, even in a world of constantly shifting combat environments and technology. With continuing upgrades, the "Buff" will be a potent asset will into the twenty-first century.
"In Praise of Older Bombers", salutes this venerable war machine and celebrates the spirit of American Technology.
This painting was inspired from a photograph I took while covering the delivery of the first B-2 Bomber to Whiteman AFB years ago, on an overcast afternoon. I altered the lighting and sky colors to depict a morning mission and increased the density of the fog to reflect the timeless mystique and intrigue of the aircraft. (Dru Blair, 1999)
Edition Size: 950 Prints
Print Size: 15" x 37"
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