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McMichael Radio used to receive weather reports
Demonstrating the McMichael Radio, used to receive weather reports at 23, 000 feet on the 1933 Mount Everest Expedition.
1933
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Media ID 23267252
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1933 Communication Demonstrating Demonstration Everest Feet Headphones Listening Mount Mountaineering Radio Receive Reports Technology Mcmichael
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Canvas Print featuring the iconic McMichael Radio used during the 1933 Mount Everest Expedition. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, showcases the moment when Sir Edmund Hillary and his team received crucial weather reports at an altitude of 23,000 feet. Our high-quality canvas prints bring history to life, allowing you to relive the adventure and courage of the past in stunning detail. Order yours today and add a touch of history to your home or office decor.
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
In this photograph from the 1933 Mount Everest Expedition, a determined mountaineer is seen intently listening to a McMichael Radio, positioned on a makeshift table at an altitude of 23,000 feet. The expedition team, dressed in heavy mountaineering gear, huddles around the radio, their faces a mix of anticipation and concern. The McMichael Radio was a crucial piece of communication technology during the 1930s expeditions to the world's highest peak. It enabled the team to receive vital weather reports, essential for planning their ascent and ensuring their safety. The bulky, portable radio was equipped with headphones, allowing the team to listen to the broadcasts in private and without disturbing the surrounding environment. The photograph captures the sense of isolation and harsh conditions faced by the mountaineers during their expedition. The barren landscape, with its jagged peaks and snow-covered terrain, stretches out in the background, while the team members rely on their technology and each other for survival. The McMichael Radio was a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the 1930s mountaineers, who pushed the boundaries of exploration and endured extreme conditions to reach the summit of Mount Everest. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of communication technology in the face of adversity and the human spirit's ability to overcome even the most challenging environments.
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