USS Mississippi BB41 by Randall Wilson (GL) SHN553 the tiny mid-Atlantic volcanic island

the tiny mid-Atlantic volcanic island of Ascension became the starting point for the Black Buck missions - a relay of tanker aircraft refueling two Vulcan bombers to attack Argentine positions and damage the runway at Port Stanley to prevent the use of fast jets

in the course of his career

He was awarded the DSO

After a major victory at Salamanca (22 July 1812) Wellington occupied Madrid and then advanced to capture Burgos - unfortunately with insufficient siege equipment he was compelled to retire and forced to experience a harrowing retreat

USS Mississippi BB41 by Randall Wilson (GL) SHN553 the tiny mid-Atlantic volcanic islandDHM1049GL. USS Mississippi BB41 by Randall Wilson. USS Mississippi rides at anchor. A brief rest for the crew at the port of ADM Oldendorfs T. G. The ship is preparing for the Invasion of Okinawa. Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91cm x 61cm)