Sun Chase by Lyons Studio

In this WWII scene, two F4U Corsairs from the Jolly Rogers chase a Japanese Zero, bathed in golden sunlight. The year 1943 is evident from the Corsair markings. The plane in front bears red markings, changed to blue that year to avoid confusion with enemy aircraft. The plane in the background shows the switch to blue. Ace pilots Jim Streig and Tommy Blackburn, members of the Jolly Rogers, Fighting Squadron 17, pilot the Corsairs. The Vought F4U Corsair, renowned for its speed and ruggedness, entered combat in 1943. The Jolly Rogers unit, formed in 1943, saw action in the Solomon Islands. The Japanese Zero, designed to meet tough specifications, first saw combat in 1940. It was the first naval plane to reliably beat land-based fighters. By 1943, the Zero's superiority waned as Allied planes improved. The print, sized 18.5 x 15.5, is available in a Limited Edition of 250 Signed and Numbered and 25 Artist Proofs.

• WWII Chase: Jolly Rogers' Corsairs Pursue Japanese Zero
• Corsair Development Timeline
• Corsair's Combat Debut and Impact
• Jolly Rogers Squadron History
• Mitsubishi Zero Design and Development
• Zero's Initial Combat Success and American Awareness
• Zero's Intimidation and Production Numbers
• Zero's Decline and Kamikaze Role
• Print Details and Additional Artworks