Lafayette Escadrille Insignia – Aero Craft Printed Panel
Original price was: £355.00.£295.00Current price is: £295.00.
An authentic depiction of the Lafayette Escadrille insignia, showcasing Chief Sitting Bull in full headdress—a powerful emblem of courage, independence, and the warrior spirit of WWI’s American volunteer pilots.
Made To Order - Lead Time Applies
The Lafayette Escadrille insignia remains one of the most celebrated emblems in aviation history. Designed for Escadrille N.124 in 1916, it symbolized the bravery of American volunteer pilots flying for France during the First World War. Our in-house design brings this historic insignia to life, paying tribute to Chief Sitting Bull’s legacy of courage and resilience—a fitting emblem for these pioneering aviators.
Each Aero Craft Printed Panel begins with a Chromaluxe Aluminium print, crafted using advanced dye sublimation for vivid colour and sharp detail. The print is then mounted on our signature hand-riveted aluminium frame, inspired by authentic aircraft fuselage construction. This combination of premium materials and artisan metalwork transforms the piece into a true collector’s item.
Historical Background – Formed in 1916, Escadrille N.124—known as the Lafayette Escadrille—was composed of American volunteers who joined the French forces in aerial combat during WWI. The insignia of Chief Sitting Bull, shown in full headdress, honoured the fearlessness, independence, and warrior ethos that resonated with the squadron’s identity and mission.
Panel Size: 40×60 cm See Size Guide
Mounting: Signature Riveted Airframe Design, Wall-ready.
Finish: Matt Chromaluxe Aluminium, scratch-resistant, and fade-resistant.
Lead Time: All products are made to order and subject to a manufacturing lead time of around 7 working days.
Authenticity: Each panel is individually numbered and fitted with a hallmark laser-engraved Data Tag.
A unique fusion of art and aviation heritage—crafted for history enthusiasts, collectors, and standout display.
