The French roundel, mainly seen on aircraft of the Armee de l’Air is here used to great effect as part of an aircraft display at the Musee de l’Air, et de l’espace, le Bourget, Paris.
A combined image from several photographs taken by the author in the eighties.
James Kightly, Vintage Aero Writer.
A Year of Aviation Illustration & Art 
Hi James, I remember that from my own visit in 2011 .. I don’t think that display has changed!
Hello Richard – that’s good to hear! I know they’ve been making major (structurally required) changes to la Grande Gallerie, but this was always a striking display.