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Fine Art Print : Terry Watts Radar tracker at London Airport Sits before apparatus
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Terry Watts Radar tracker at London Airport Sits before apparatus
Terry Watts Radar tracker at London Airport
Sits before apparatus. She has just brought 1, 000th airliner to safe landing.
1949
019021/2
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
Media ID 21464471
© Mirrorpix
Equipment Observation Radar Technician Technology
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, brought to you by Mirrorpix from Memory Lane Prints, depicts Terry Watts, a dedicated radar tracker, taking a moment's rest before her apparatus at London Airport in 1949. A proud moment for Terry, as she had just safely guided the 1,000th airliner to a landing. This vintage photograph, with its rich history and intriguing story, is a beautiful addition to any home or office space. Embrace the charm of the past and relive the glory days of aviation history with this exceptional Fine Art Print.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
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 print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the bustling London Airport in 1949. The image showcases Terry Watts, a skilled radar tracker technician, as she sits before a complex apparatus that epitomizes cutting-edge technology of the time. With an air of confidence and expertise, Terry has just accomplished a remarkable feat - successfully guiding the 1,000th airliner to a safe landing. Her dedication and precision in monitoring aircraft movements through radar observation have undoubtedly played a crucial role in ensuring smooth operations at the airport. The photograph not only captures Terry's significant contribution but also highlights her pioneering role as a woman excelling in what was traditionally considered male-dominated work. Breaking barriers with her technical proficiency and commitment to aviation safety, she serves as an inspiration for future generations of women pursuing careers in STEM fields. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of the immense progress made within air transport during the 1940s. This momentous occasion symbolizes both technological advancements and human ingenuity coming together harmoniously to shape our modern world. Mirrorpix has once again preserved history through their lens by immortalizing this extraordinary moment where one woman's dedication helped pave the way for safer skies above London Airport.
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