Aichi D3A Val
by Shoal Hollingsworth
Title
Aichi D3A Val
Artist
Shoal Hollingsworth
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Aichi D3A "Val" in flight. The Aichi D3A Type 99 Carrier Bomber, Allied reporting name "Val", is a World War II carrier-borne dive bomber. It was the primary dive bomber of the Imperial Japanese Navy and was involved in almost all Imperial Japanese Navy actions, including the attack on Pearl Harbor.
The Aichi D3A was the first Japanese aircraft to bomb American targets in the war, commencing with Pearl Harbor and U.S. bases in the Philippines, such as Clark Air Force Base. They sank more Allied warships than any other Axis aircraft.
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March 23rd, 2016
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Rainbow Artist Orlando L
Wow this is a stunning capture of this very eye-catching stylish aircraft Shoal!! it has a strong energy of Japan, both in visuals and colours. great shot!! L/F
John M Bailey
Congratulations on your feature in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"