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Sunderland Bomber in a mock bombing practice with the Queen Elizabeth
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Sunderland Bomber in a mock bombing practice with the Queen Elizabeth
19th June 1948: A Sunderland bomber in a mock bombing practice with the Queen Elizabeth. Original Publication: Picture Post - 4562 - A Sunderland Bombs The Queen - pub. 1948 (Photo by Bert Hardy/Picture Post/Getty Images)
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Bert Hardy
Media ID 11675114
1940 1949 Air Attack Air Force Airplane Bombing Cruise Ship Elizabeth Explosive Flying Military Military Airplane Model Politics Practice Queen Elizabeth Sunderland
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Defying the Skies - A Historic Mock Bombing Practice with Queen Elizabeth and a Sunderland Bomber
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. In this photo print, we are transported back to 19th June 1948, witnessing an extraordinary moment in history. The image captures a Sunderland bomber engaged in a mock bombing practice alongside the majestic Queen Elizabeth liner. With its landscape format, the photograph exudes a sense of grandeur and power. The absence of people adds an air of mystery and allows us to focus on the remarkable subjects at hand. The sleek warplane hovers above the vast sea, showcasing its dominance as it prepares for an air attack. Its presence is juxtaposed against the elegant silhouette of the cruise ship, symbolizing both military might and civilian luxury. This archival piece by Bert Hardy encapsulates not only a significant event but also reflects upon politics and military strategies during that era. It serves as a reminder of how nations relied on their air forces for defense while simultaneously embracing consumer products such as luxurious liners like Queen Elizabeth. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we can't help but marvel at the skillful craftsmanship behind each detail – from every line etched onto glass to every shade captured in black and white. This print transports us back in time, allowing us to witness firsthand this awe-inspiring display of aerial prowess intertwined with maritime elegance.
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