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Framed Print : Crew members of the aircraft carrier USS Hornet, playing touch football on the flight deck, February 1945
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Crew members of the aircraft carrier USS Hornet, playing touch football on the flight deck, February 1945
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Crew members of the aircraft carrier USS Hornet, playing touch football on the flight deck, February 1945
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Media ID 10406980
1945 Aircraft Carrier Allied Crew Deck February Fight Fighter Plane Football Game Leisure Naval Playing Sailor Shirtless World War Ii Troop
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our vintage framed print featuring crew members of the USS Hornet engaged in a spirited game of touch football on the flight deck, February 1945. This historical image, sourced from The Granger Collection through Granger Art on Demand, captures a moment of relaxation and camaraderie amidst the high-stakes environment of an aircraft carrier during wartime. Add this unique piece to your home or office décor to inspire a sense of history and adventure.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph, taken in February 1945 during World War II, we are transported back in time to witness a moment of respite amidst the chaos. The image showcases crew members of the aircraft carrier USS Hornet engaging in a spirited game of touch football on the flight deck. Amidst the backdrop of fighter planes and naval machinery, these brave men find solace and camaraderie through this simple act of leisure. Shirtless and determined, they embody the spirit of American resilience as they momentarily escape from their duties to engage in friendly competition. This snapshot captures not only a game being played but also represents a larger narrative - that even amidst war, moments like these were crucial for maintaining morale among troops. It serves as a reminder that despite being at sea fighting alongside allied forces against formidable enemies, these sailors found ways to connect with one another beyond their shared mission. The significance lies not only in the historical context but also in its portrayal of humanity's ability to seek joy even under challenging circumstances. This photograph is an invaluable piece from Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, preserving an important chapter from our past for generations to come.
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