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After World War Two - Heathrow Airport Facilities
After World War Two - The rather basic Heathrow Airport Reception and Communication Facilities. Date: 1946
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1946 Air Port Basic Boxes Communication Facilities Heathrow Off Ice Telephone Tents Ww 2 Ww Ii
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the "After World War Two - Heathrow Airport Facilities" framed print from Media Storehouse, an intriguing piece of historical documentation. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past with its depiction of Heathrow Airport's reception and communication facilities in 1946. The rather basic structures, a stark contrast to today's modern terminals, tell a compelling story of the post-war era. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and start a conversation with the "After World War Two - Heathrow Airport Facilities" framed print.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 32cm (20" x 12.6")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A New Beginning: Heathrow Airport's Post-War Reception and Communication Facilities, 1946 2. In the aftermath of the devastating Second World War, the world was in a state of recovery. Air travel, which had been a luxury before the conflict, was now seen as a vital means of reconnecting people and rebuilding international relations. Heathrow Airport, located in London, England, was one of the busiest airports in the world, serving as a crucial hub for both military and civilian aircraft. 3. This photograph, taken in 1946, captures the rather basic reception and communication facilities at Heathrow Airport during the post-war era. The scene is dominated by a large wooden reception hut, with a telephone box and several tents in the background. The van parked nearby suggests that supplies and equipment are being unloaded, possibly for the airport's expansion. 4. The telephone box serves as a reminder of the importance of communication in the aftermath of the war. With many countries still in ruins and transportation networks disrupted, the ability to make long-distance calls was a valuable tool for reuniting families and conducting diplomacy. 5. The tents in the background hint at the makeshift nature of the airport's facilities, reflecting the challenges of rebuilding in the aftermath of the war. Despite the basic conditions, the airport was a symbol of hope and progress, representing the determination of the world to move forward and reconnect. 6. This photograph offers a glimpse into the history of Heathrow Airport and the role it played in the post-war world. It serves as a reminder of the resilience and ingenuity of people in the face of adversity and the importance of communication and transportation in rebuilding after a global conflict.
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