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Fine Art Print : Looking like an Antartic expedition, workers at RAF Fylindales on the North Yorkshire
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Looking like an Antartic expedition, workers at RAF Fylindales on the North Yorkshire
Looking like an Antartic expedition, workers at RAF Fylindales on the North Yorkshire moors line up beside the RAF Westland Whirlwind search and rescue helicopters which took them from the station to Whitby. They had been cut off by snowdrifts for two days and two nights. 15th January 1963
Staff
Hull Daily Mail
Mirrorpix
North Yorkshire
England
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Media ID 21760019
© Mirrorpix
Blizzard Cold Helicopters Historical North Yorkshire Nostalgia Not Personality Rescue Royal Air Force Winter Yorkshire 1963 Moors
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's Memory Lane Prints collection. This evocative image transports you to a bygone era, as RAF personnel at Fylindales on the North Yorkshire moors pose for a photograph, their stern expressions and heavy coats giving the appearance of an Antarctic expedition. The Westland Whirlwind search and rescue helicopter in the background adds to the sense of adventure and history. Bring this captivating scene into your home and let it inspire you every day.
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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" 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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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the winter of 1963 in North Yorkshire, England. The scene resembles an Antarctic expedition as workers at RAF Fylindales brave the harsh elements on the moors. Standing proudly beside them are the mighty RAF Westland Whirlwind search and rescue helicopters that came to their aid. The image captures a moment of relief and gratitude after two long days and nights trapped by snowdrifts. These dedicated individuals were finally able to escape their isolated station thanks to these remarkable aircraft. The chilling blizzard had tested their resilience, but they stood strong against nature's fury. This historical photograph not only showcases the military prowess of the Royal Air Force but also serves as a reminder of human perseverance in extreme conditions. It evokes nostalgia for a time when technology was still evolving, yet it already played a crucial role in saving lives. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we cannot help but admire these unsung heroes who risked everything to ensure our safety during treacherous winters like this one. Let us remember their bravery and resilience as we appreciate how far we have come since those cold winter days on the Yorkshire moors over half a century ago.
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