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Thornton and MacDonald released after the Metro-Vickers Affair, 1933, (1935). Creator: Unknown
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Thornton and MacDonald released after the Metro-Vickers Affair, 1933, (1935). Creator: Unknown
Thornton and MacDonald released after the Metro-Vickers Affair, 1933, (1935).
L.C. Thornton and W.L. MacDonald arrive back in England after an international crisis, in which employees of the Metropolitan-Vickers electrical engineering company were tried by the Soviet authorities on charges of economic wrecking and espionage. Public interest was focused on Russia when it was learned that six British subjects had been arrested in Moscow on certain serious charges. Two of the party, Messrs. Thornton and MacDonald, were sentenced to imprisonment, but were afterwards released as a result of diplomatic negotiations. From " The Silver Jubilee Book - The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures". [Odhams Press Ltd. London, 1935]
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The print captures a significant moment in history, depicting the release of L. C. Thornton and W. L. MacDonald after the Metro-Vickers Affair in 1933. The image showcases two men dressed in three-piece suits, symbolizing their return to England following an international crisis that had gripped public attention. During this incident, employees of the Metropolitan-Vickers electrical engineering company were accused by Soviet authorities of economic wrecking and espionage. The arrest of six British subjects heightened tensions between Russia and Britain, making it a politically charged affair. Thornton and MacDonald were sentenced to imprisonment but were eventually released through diplomatic negotiations. Their freedom marked a turning point in the ordeal, highlighting the power of diplomacy and international relations during times of crisis. The black-and-white photograph exudes a sense of seriousness as both men stand tall with hats in hand, embodying resilience amidst adversity. It serves as a reminder not only of their personal journey but also reflects broader themes such as political intrigue, industrial espionage, and global tensions prevalent during the 1930s. This image is part of "The Silver Jubilee Book - The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures" published by Odhams Press Ltd. , London in 1935. Although its creator remains unknown, this photograph has become an invaluable historical artifact that encapsulates an important chapter from Britain's past.
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