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Fine Art Print : Lifeboat and crewmen at Appledore, Devon
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Lifeboat and crewmen at Appledore, Devon
View of the local lifeboat and crewmen at Appledore, on the North Devon coast. The lifeboat has left the shore, and the crewmen are wading in the shallows
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1933 Appledore Crew Crewmen Life Boat Life Boats Ponsonby Ralph Rescue Rnli Saving Sea Side Shallows Shore Wading
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the timeless beauty of the sea and the bravery of its rescuers into your home with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a Lifeboat and its courageous crewmen leaving the shore at Appledore, Devon. The shallows shimmer under the sun as the lifeboat glides away, and the determination and focus of the crewmen are palpable. A perfect addition to any room, this Fine Art Print is a tribute to the enduring power of the sea and the heroism of those who brave its depths. Order yours today and let this stunning piece of art tell your story.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 51.1cm x 35.5cm (20.1" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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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A Stirring Scene of Courage and Community: Lifeboat and Crewmen at Appledore, Devon, 1933 This evocative photograph captures the spirit of bravery and camaraderie that defined the volunteer crews of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) along the North Devon coast in the 1930s. The image, taken at Appledore in 1933, shows a lifeboat being launched from the shore with a team of determined crewmen wading through the shallows. The lifeboat, a stalwart guardian of the treacherous North Devon coastline, stands ready to answer the call of those in peril on the sea. With the tide out, the crewmen must brave the cold waters and the unpredictable currents to ensure the lifeboat's safe departure. Their faces are set with focus and determination, a testament to the unwavering commitment of these local heroes. The photograph, taken in the 1930s, offers a glimpse into the rich history of the RNLI and the vital role that these volunteers played in the lives of their communities. The lifeboat station at Appledore, which continues to operate today, has saved countless lives since its establishment in 1864. Among the crewmen in this photograph, we find Ralph Ponsonby, a well-known local figure and a dedicated member of the RNLI. Ponsonby, who would go on to serve as the Lifeboat Second Coxswain, is seen here leading the team with unwavering resolve. His legacy, and that of his fellow crewmen, lives on in the brave and selfless actions of the RNLI volunteers who continue to protect the North Devon coastline to this day. This photograph, with its powerful depiction of community spirit and heroism, stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of the RNLI and the indomitable courage of the men and women who have dedicated their lives to saving lives at sea.
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