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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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1933 Communication Demonstrating Demonstration Everest Feet Headphones Listening Mount Mountaineering Radio Receive Reports Technology Mcmichael
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of the McMichael Radio in action. This historic moment captures Sir Edmund Hillary and his team receiving crucial weather reports at an astonishing 23,000 feet during the 1933 Mount Everest Expedition. Our high-quality prints bring the adventure and heroism of this groundbreaking expedition into your home, allowing you to relive history and add a touch of timeless charm to your decor.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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