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Framed Print : HMS Albion, Britains newest aircraft carrier proceeding down the slipway at Wallsend
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HMS Albion, Britains newest aircraft carrier proceeding down the slipway at Wallsend
HMS Albion, Britains newest aircraft carrier proceeding down the slipway at Wallsend on Tyne after being launched by the wife of the Prime Minister, Mrs. C.A. Attlee.
The Albion will be towed across the river Tyne to Jarrow, where she will stay for nine months before work is started on her completion.
May 1947
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21321049
© Mirrorpix
Aircraft Carrier Launching Navy Shipbuilding
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring a piece of maritime history into your home with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse and Memory Lane Prints. Witness the moment as HMS Albion, Britain's newest aircraft carrier, makes its grand descent down the slipway at Wallsend in 1948. Captured by Mirrorpix, this iconic photograph features the carrier setting sail for the first time, with the wife of the Prime Minister, Mrs. C.A. Attlee, looking on. This high-quality Framed Print is a must-have for any naval enthusiast or history lover, adding a touch of timeless elegance and intrigue to any room.
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.
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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, we witness a momentous occasion in British naval history. The mighty HMS Albion, Britain's newest aircraft carrier, gracefully glides down the slipway at Wallsend on Tyne after being launched by none other than Mrs. C. A. Attlee, wife of the Prime Minister. It is May 1947, and the atmosphere is electric with excitement as crowds gather to witness this remarkable event. The image captures not only the sheer size and power of the Albion but also showcases the industrious spirit that defined post-war Britain. Surrounding the ship are bustling shipyards filled with workers who have poured their blood, sweat, and tears into its construction. After her launch, this majestic vessel will be towed across the river Tyne to Jarrow where she will remain for nine months before work commences on her completion. This temporary stay symbolizes a period of anticipation and preparation for what lies ahead - a testament to meticulous planning and attention to detail. This photograph from Mirrorpix transports us back in time to an era when military might was paramount and shipbuilding represented national pride. It serves as a reminder of our rich maritime heritage while honoring those who contributed their skills towards building such monumental vessels like HMS Albion.
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