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On June 24, 1994 at Fairchild Air Force Base in Washington, a Boeing B-52H Stratofortress stalled midair, fell to the ground and exploded, killing the pilot Arthur “Bud” Holland, and three other crew members. The crash was caught on film and was shown repeatedly on news channels around the world. The cause of the crash was pilot error. The pilot, who had several previous similar incidents, maneuvered the plane beyond its capabilities, disregarding safety procedures, which resulted in this horrific tragedy. The base of this lamp was made using engine pieces from the wreckage. I acquired it from an estate sale consisting of an extensive collection of Air Force and Navy memorabilia. When I saw the picture online I was amazed at exactly what I was looking at. When I brought it home, sat and looked at it in person, I was overwhelmed with what this tragic piece of history represented. This is a special piece, and should go to someone who can appreciate all it stands for: The lives of Mark McGeehan, Robert Wolff, and Ken Huston. There is a shade included, shown in the images. I included it but did not add any cost for it. I also added a nice finial of an Eagle, which I’ll include with or without the shade.

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On June 24, 1994 at Fairchild Air Force Base in Washington, a Boeing B-52H Stratofortress stalled midair, fell to the ground and exploded, killing the pilot Arthur “Bud” Holland, and three other crew members. The crash was caught on film and was shown repeatedly on news channels around the world. The cause of the crash was pilot error. The pilot, who had several previous similar incidents, maneuvered the plane beyond its capabilities, disregarding safety procedures, which resulted in this horrific tragedy. The base of this lamp was made using engine pieces from the wreckage. I acquired it from an estate sale consisting of an extensive collection of Air Force and Navy memorabilia. When I saw the picture online I was amazed at exactly what I was looking at. When I brought it home, sat and looked at it in person, I was overwhelmed with what this tragic piece of history represented. This is a special piece, and should go to someone who can appreciate all it stands for: The lives of Mark McGeehan, Robert Wolff, and Ken Huston. There is a shade included, shown in the images. I included it but did not add any cost for it. I also added a nice finial of an Eagle, which I’ll include with or without the shade.

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Fairchild Stereoscope Type A-6 US Army Air Force Topographic Tool. Shows some wear on it, this would have been a professional tool of the US Army Air Force…. Some wear is to be expected. Please examine the listing photos for the overall cosmetic condition of the item. MECHANICAL / OPTICAL CONDITION. Legs extend no issue. Sits flat when the adjustable leg is properly attuned. Mirror panels on side are in excellent condition. Would serve as an excellent display piece. Item Condition Listings are in the condition we have notated, checked and tested to the best of our ability. If you spot a problem with one of our items, we apologize in advance. Feedback Your satisfaction is very important to us. We will be happy to assist and make things right for any issue. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\Militaria (Date Unknown)\Air Force”. The seller is “westborncam2″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, Bahamas.

• Force: Air Force
• Type: Stereo Viewer
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

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Fairchild (Former Graflex) K20 aerial camera – WWII USAF – Air Force in excellent condition as shown in the photographs. Make sure you check out our other items, plenty of interesting items available. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask. PLEASE NOTE THAT WHERE POSSIBLE I WILL USE DISINFECTANT WIPES ON ALL MY ITEMS BEFORE DISPATCH. The item “Fairchild (Former Graflex) K20 aerial camera WWII USAF Air Force” is in sale since Tuesday, April 20, 2021. This item is in the category “Cameras & Photography\Vintage Photography\Vintage Cameras\Other Vintage Cameras”. The seller is “davebean11″ and is located in Melton Mowbray. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Brand: Graflex

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