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§ Hilda Elizabeth Kidman, ASWA (British, 1891-1980) Portrait of Air Marshall Sir William Welsh, KCB, DSC, AFC (1891-1962) signed 'H. Kidman' (lower right); further signed and titled to the reverse oil on canvas 66 x 56cm (26 x 22in)
Exhibited: London, The Royal Academy, 1941 Other Notes: Sir William Lawrie Welsh began his military career in 1910 in the Royal Navy Rescue and at the outbreak of World War I, he joined the RAF and became one of the first pilots to fly a plane off a carrier travelling at 18 knots. Welsh was also shot down in April 1917 less than 6 miles away from Dunkirk and managed to escape unscathed. Between the wars, Welsh surveyed the air route from Jerusalem to Baghdad and was promoted to Commanding Officer of No. 14 Squadron. He continued to be promoted throughout the 1920's until he was promoted to Director of Organisation. During World War II, Welsh Commanded all British air operations in Operation Torch, supplying air support for the allies in Algeria and Tunisia.
Oil on canvas. The canvas and paint layer are in a good condition overall. The glazing has dirt and mould on the inside. There is some wear and staining on the frame.

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