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Ricardo tank engines in a workshop, WW1
Rows of 300 horsepower Ricardo tank engines in a workshop of Crossley Bros, Manchester, during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918
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Bros Crossley Engineering Engines Horse Power Manchester Manufacture Ricardo Tank Workshop Ww 1
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Ricardo tank engines in a workshop, WW1" canvas print from Media Storehouse, exclusively licensed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports you back in time to the height of the First World War, as you witness the raw power of 300 horsepower Ricardo tank engines in a bustling Crossley Bros workshop in Manchester. The intricate details of the engines and the industrious atmosphere are sure to leave a lasting impression. Bring history to life in your home or office with this unique and authentic piece of art.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the industrious atmosphere of Crossley Bros.' Manchester workshop during the First World War, where rows upon rows of 300 horsepower Ricardo tank engines were meticulously manufactured. The year is between 1914 and 1918, a time when the world was embroiled in the Great War and the demand for military transport was at an all-time high. The Ricardo tank engines, named after their inventor, Sir Ricardo Castillo, were a crucial component in the British military's tank fleet. With their powerful 300 horsepower engines, these tanks provided a significant advantage on the battlefield, enabling troops to traverse difficult terrains and break through enemy lines. The workshop in this image is a hive of activity, with skilled engineers and workers toiling away at their stations, ensuring each engine is built to the highest standards. The engines are arranged in neat rows, their gleaming metal surfaces reflecting the bright workshop lights. The air is filled with the sounds of hammering, grinding, and the rhythmic clanging of machinery. The manufacturing process of these engines was a complex and intricate one, requiring a high degree of precision and expertise. Each engine was made up of hundreds of individual parts, all of which had to be assembled and tested to ensure the engine was functioning optimally. The engines were then transported to the front lines, where they would be installed in the tanks and put to the ultimate test. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the British engineering industry during the First World War. It shows the critical role that Crossley Bros. and Ricardo played in providing the military with the powerful engines it needed to gain the upper hand on the battlefield. The scene captured in this image is a reminder of the vital role that engineering and manufacturing played in shaping the outcome of the war.
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