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Norge Polar Flight
The Norge airship, hired from Italy by Amundsen, at the start of its flight over the North Pole. From Spitzbergen it made a 17-hour flight to Alaska
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Air Ship Alaska Amundsen Hired Hour Norge Polar Pole Spitzbergen Start 1926 Made
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Experience the thrill of history with our exquisite "Norge Polar Flight" photographic print from Mary Evans Picture Library. This stunning image captures the Norge airship, a testament to human ingenuity and exploration, as it embarks on its groundbreaking journey over the North Pole. Hired from Italy by Roald Amundsen, the Norge made history with its 17-hour flight from Spitzbergen to Alaska in 1926. Bring this iconic moment into your home or office and relive the spirit of adventure with every glance. Our high-quality prints are produced using premium materials and printing techniques, ensuring a vibrant and long-lasting image that tells a story. Order now and let the legend of the Norge Polar Flight live on in your space.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.4cm (11" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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.
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This historic photograph captures the momentous departure of the Norge airship from Spitzbergen, Norway, marking the start of its groundbreaking 17-hour flight over the North Pole in April 1926. Commissioned by the renowned polar explorer Roald Amundsen, who had previously achieved the first successful passage through the Northwest Passage and the first Antarctic expedition to reach the South Pole, the Norge airship was hired from Italy for this daring endeavor. Amundsen's team, consisting of Italian pilot Umberto Nobile and a crew of five, embarked on this unprecedented journey with the goal of establishing a new transport route between Europe and America. The Norge airship, a massive, rigid-framed, helium-filled dirigible, was the largest of its kind at the time, and its successful crossing of the polar ice cap represented a significant milestone in aviation history. The Norge airship's flight from Spitzbergen to Alaska was a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance, as the crew faced numerous challenges, including extreme temperatures, limited visibility, and the need to navigate over unfamiliar terrain. The successful completion of this mission paved the way for further advancements in polar exploration and transportation, demonstrating the potential of air travel in the most inhospitable environments. This photograph, taken at the beginning of this historic journey, serves as a reminder of the courage and determination of those who dared to push the boundaries of human exploration and discovery. The Norge airship's flight over the North Pole remains an enduring symbol of human achievement and a testament to the power of innovation and determination.
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