Leslie Howard concentrating on his lines

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library

Leslie Howard concentrating on his lines

Leslie Howard (1893 - 1943), British actor, film director and producer pictured in the film studio at Denham where he was producer, director and star of the film, 'First of the Few', the story of R.J. Mitchell, designer of the Spitfire. Co-star David Niven played the part of Mitchell's test pilot. It was widely believed that Howard was being specifically targeted by the Luftwaffe when the KLM flight he was on from Lisbon was shot down over the Bay of Biscay on 1 June 1943. He was an outspokenly patriotic figure and it was believed that his goodwill entertainment trips to Spain and other parts of Europe were a cover for intelligence gathering missions. Howard was best known for his roles in 'Gone with the Wind', 'The Scarlet Pimpernel' and 'Of Human Bondage' - shoot date November 25, 1941. Date: 1941

Media ID 38194278

© The Estate of Nancy Sandys Walker / Mary Evans

1941 1942 Actors Denham Director Howard Leslie Lines Movie Producer Stars

MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.