B-17E Flying Fortress - Through All Danger Let Us Ride - The story of "TADLUR" - 24"x16" or 18"x12" Paper Print

This fine art print by artist Craig Tinder captures the harrowing 19 August 1943 mission of the 2nd Bomb Group, where "Through All Danger Let Us Ride" aka: TADLUR - overcame incredible odds to complete a critical bombing run. This limited-edition canvas series features an authentic fragment from a B-17F flown by bombardier Lt. Thomas F. Morris, tying both the artwork and relic to his remarkable service. 

  • 2-Sizes to choose from: 24"x16" or 18"x12" (Relic Not Included)

  • Archival Presentation Quality

  • 260 GSM/10 Mil Fine Art Paper

  • Ships Flat For Protection


19 August 1943 - During Mission 57, B-17F42-29595, nicknamed TADLUR (Through All Danger Let Us Ride) from the 20th Bomb Squadron, 2nd Bomb Group, embarked on one of the most grueling missions of 1943. Tasked with bombing the transformer station and marshalling yards in Foggia, Italy—a critical target for disrupting enemy logistics—the crew carried out a precise and highly effective bombing run, achieving results that ranked among the most successful of the campaign.


As the formation turned for home, the 20th Bomb Squadron, flying as "Tail-End Charlie", bore the brunt of a ferocious attack by Luftwaffe fighters from JG 51 and JG 53. TADLUR came under heavy fire but shot down two enemy aircraft and likely destroying a third. The battle was costly, with five B-17s lost on the mission—the third-highest single mission loss of the year—including two from the 20th Bomb Squadron.


Amid the chaos, TADLUR managed to withstand the onslaught and return to base, its mission successfully completed despite the damage sustained.


This item is handmade by artist, Craig Tinder. Available to ship worldwide!

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