Home > Asia > Iraq > Related Images
Hydroplane on the Tigris
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Hydroplane on the Tigris
Hydroplane designed for rapid transit on the Tigris, Iraq
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 583219
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10032432
Hydroplane Iraq Rapid Tigris Transit 1919 Designed Hydrofoils
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases the innovative Hydroplane on the Tigris River in Iraq, designed for rapid transit during the early 20th century. The year was 1919, and the world was on the brink of major technological advancements. In the heart of the Middle East, engineers and visionaries sought to revolutionize transportation on the winding, fast-flowing Tigris. The Hydroplane, an early hydrofoil, was the brainchild of those daring innovators. Its sleek, streamlined design was a marvel of engineering, with a hull that skimmed the water's surface and hydrofoils that lifted the craft above the waves. This design allowed the Hydroplane to reach impressive speeds, making it an ideal solution for navigating the Tigris's challenging waters. The photograph captures the Hydroplane in its element, its powerful engine churning the water behind it as it cuts through the waves. The crew, dressed in period attire, stand at the ready, their faces filled with a mix of excitement and concentration. The Tigris, once a major trade route, was now the testing ground for this new mode of transportation. The Hydroplane on the Tigris represents a pivotal moment in transportation history. It foreshadowed the development of hydrofoils and other high-speed watercraft that would come to dominate the seas and rivers of the world. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of those early pioneers who dared to dream of a faster, more efficient way to traverse the world's waterways.
MADE IN THE USA
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 Cart.