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Cammell Laird shipyard at Birkenhead BL22201_011A
Cammell Laird & Co shipyard, Birkenhead. Exterior view across the outer basin looking towards a ferry moored outside the Cammell Laird buildings. One of a series of photographs of Cammell Laird works. Bedford Lemere. June 1913
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Factory First World War Home Front Industrial Industry
Photo Mug (11 oz)
Add a touch of maritime history to your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring the iconic image of Cammell Laird shipyard at Birkenhead, captured by H. Bedford Lemere, these mugs showcase the timeless beauty of the Cammell Laird buildings and the bustling activity of the outer basin. Each mug holds your favorite beverage and serves as a unique and personalized tribute to the rich maritime heritage of Birkenhead. Ideal for tea or coffee lovers, this mug is not just a mug, but a beautiful piece of art that tells a story with every sip.
A personalized photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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This evocative photograph, taken by H. Bedford Lemere in June 1913, captures the bustling activity of Cammell Laird & Co. shipyard in Birkenhead during a time of great industrial output and national importance. The exterior view across the outer basin presents a striking tableau of the home front during the early years of the First World War. The Cammell Laird shipyard was a key player in the British maritime industry, renowned for its innovative designs and advanced shipbuilding techniques. In this image, we see the imposing structures of the yard, with the distinctive red-brick buildings and cranes looming large against the horizon. The outer basin is filled with various vessels, both completed ships and those under construction, reflecting the constant demand for naval and merchant ships during the war effort. A ferry is moored outside the Cammell Laird buildings, adding to the sense of industry and commerce that permeated the area. The smoke stacks of the nearby power station billow plumes of steam into the sky, providing the energy required to fuel the relentless production. The scene is a testament to the incredible work ethic and determination of the British people during a time of great adversity. The photograph also serves as a poignant reminder of the human stories that underpinned the industrial might of the time. Thousands of men and women worked in the shipyards, many of whom lived in the nearby communities, their lives intertwined with the ebb and flow of the shipbuilding industry. The photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the might of British industry was at its zenith, and the nation stood resolute in the face of global conflict.
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