{"product_id":"bradford-exchange-struck-by-a-thunderbolt-triumph-in-the-air","title":"Bradford Exchange Struck by a Thunderbolt Collector Plate – Triumph in the Air – Heinz Krebs – WWII Aviation","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"662\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrafted of fine hard-fire porcelain by The Bradford Exchange, this limited-edition collector plate features Heinz Krebs' dramatic artwork depicting Struck by a Thunderbolt, an exciting World War II aerial combat scene featuring the legendary Republic P-47 Thunderbolt. Produced as the fourth issue in the Triumph in the Air collector plate series, this decorative plate honors one of the toughest and most effective American fighter aircraft of World War II.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"tj1kef\" data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eBradford Exchange \"Struck by a Thunderbolt\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"928\"\u003eCelebrate the power and resilience of Allied military aviation with this limited-edition Bradford Exchange collector plate featuring \u003cstrong data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"872\"\u003eStruck by a Thunderbolt\u003c\/strong\u003e, the fourth issue in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"920\"\u003eTriumph in the Air\u003c\/strong\u003e series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003eCreated from original artwork by acclaimed aviation artist \u003cstrong data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1004\"\u003eHeinz Krebs\u003c\/strong\u003e, this decorative porcelain plate portrays the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt engaging enemy aircraft during an intense combat mission over occupied Europe. Nicknamed the \"\u003cstrong data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003eJug\u003c\/strong\u003e\" by the pilots who flew it, the P-47 earned a reputation for exceptional durability, devastating firepower, and remarkable survivability. Krebs' dramatic artwork captures the aircraft in the heat of battle while paying tribute to the bravery of the Allied pilots who flew these formidable fighters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003eProduced by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003eThe Bradford Exchange\u003c\/strong\u003e, this collector plate was manufactured as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003elimited edition of 95 firing days\u003c\/strong\u003e and bears its original manufacturer backstamp, Bradex number, and individual plate number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003eWhether displayed in a military history collection, aviation-themed office, veterans' display, or collector plate cabinet, this piece is an outstanding tribute to the men and machines that helped secure Allied victory during World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003eThis example bears \u003cstrong data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003ePlate Number 944A\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1976\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003eBradex Number 84-B10-147.4\u003c\/strong\u003e, identifying it as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003efourth issue\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2050\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003eThe Bradford Exchange Triumph in the Air\u003c\/strong\u003e collector plate series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1wk9puf\" data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2144\"\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2470\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2150\" data-end=\"2179\"\u003eRepublic P-47 Thunderbolt\u003c\/strong\u003e was one of the largest and heaviest single-engine fighter aircraft of World War II. Introduced in 1942, it became famous for its rugged construction, eight .50-caliber machine guns, and outstanding performance as both a high-altitude escort fighter and a devastating ground-attack aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2828\"\u003eThe Thunderbolt flew thousands of combat missions across Europe and the Pacific, escorting bombers, destroying enemy aircraft, and providing critical close-air support to Allied ground forces. Its toughness allowed many heavily damaged aircraft to return safely home, earning the P-47 a lasting reputation as one of the most dependable fighters of the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1d7mrtu\" data-start=\"2830\" data-end=\"2841\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2843\" data-end=\"3228\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cnv60w\" data-start=\"2843\" data-end=\"2866\"\u003eThe Bradford Exchange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fxa9qp\" data-start=\"2867\" data-end=\"2900\"\u003eOriginal artwork by Heinz Krebs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"a1163l\" data-start=\"2901\" data-end=\"2935\"\u003eTitle: \u003cem data-start=\"2910\" data-end=\"2935\"\u003eStruck by a Thunderbolt\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"o30uhu\" data-start=\"2936\" data-end=\"2966\"\u003eSeries: \u003cem data-start=\"2946\" data-end=\"2966\"\u003eTriumph in the Air\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"eh81kz\" data-start=\"2967\" data-end=\"2981\"\u003eFourth Issue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19wutu0\" data-start=\"2982\" data-end=\"2999\"\u003eLimited Edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yl01eh\" data-start=\"3000\" data-end=\"3027\"\u003eLimited to 95 firing days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14qx1zg\" data-start=\"3028\" data-end=\"3065\"\u003eHard-fire porcelain collector plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mrrfo3\" data-start=\"3066\" data-end=\"3103\"\u003eApproximately 8¼ inches in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n5qmcu\" data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3130\"\u003eDecorative display plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11eifue\" data-start=\"3131\" data-end=\"3164\"\u003eOriginal manufacturer backstamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1g7nyam\" data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3198\"\u003eBradex Number: \u003cstrong data-start=\"3182\" data-end=\"3198\"\u003e84-B10-147.4\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5po5p6\" data-start=\"3199\" data-end=\"3228\"\u003eIndividually numbered plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hrykuu\" data-start=\"3230\" data-end=\"3242\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3244\" data-end=\"3272\"\u003eVery good vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"3414\"\u003eNo chips, cracks, or repairs observed during inspection. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the item description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"f77q1g\" data-start=\"3416\" data-end=\"3446\"\u003eMrs. Bones Research Library\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3448\" data-end=\"3505\"\u003eWe've extensively researched this collector plate series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3507\" data-end=\"3562\"\u003eRead the complete \u003cstrong data-start=\"3525\" data-end=\"3556\"\u003eResearch \u0026amp; Provenance Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3564\" data-end=\"3612\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mrsbonescuriocupboard.com\/blogs\/from-mrs-bones-cupboard\/triumph-in-the-air-wwii-heroes-collector-plate-series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3564\" data-end=\"3612\"\u003eTriumph in the Air: A Tribute to WWII Heroes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3614\" data-end=\"3653\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mrsbonescuriocupboard.com\/blogs\/from-mrs-bones-cupboard\/triumph-in-the-air-wwii-heroes-collector-plate-series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3614\" data-end=\"3653\"\u003eResearch Library No. MBRL-2026-0008\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Bradford Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43862333390922,"sku":"MB-072726-008","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/6942\/8042\/files\/StruckByaThunderboltFront.png?v=1785197032","url":"https:\/\/mrsbonescuriocupboard.com\/products\/bradford-exchange-struck-by-a-thunderbolt-triumph-in-the-air","provider":"Mrs. Bones Curio Cupboard","version":"1.0","type":"link"}