Jigsaw Puzzle : HMS Habbakuk with HMS Indefatigable, 1946
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HMS Habbakuk with HMS Indefatigable, 1946
Illustration showing the top secret design for HMS Habbakuk (centre), a giant aircraft-carrier built of ice and wood pulp, which was proposed as a secret weapon in the Second World War. This project was put forward by Geoffrey Pyke in 1942, but was never built as the practicalities involved were too much for the British war effort. The Habbakuk is shown next to HMS Indefatigable (right), a large British aircraft-carrier built of conventional materials
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1942 1946 Air Craft Carrier Conventional Effort Forward Geoffrey Giant Indefatigable Involved Materials Project Proposed Pulp Pyke Secret Shown Weapon Habakkuk
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Discover the fascinating history of top-secret naval designs with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection. This intriguing puzzle showcases the design for HMS Habbakuk and HMS Indefatigable, as illustrated by Mary Evans Prints Online in 1946. Witness the innovative concept of a giant aircraft-carrier built from ice and wood pulp, proposed as a clandestine weapon during the Second World War. Engage in a thrilling puzzle experience, bringing this piece of maritime history to life while enhancing your problem-solving skills.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 28cm (14" x 11")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This illustration from 1946 showcases the top-secret design proposal for HMS Habbakuk (centre), an innovative and groundbreaking concept for a giant aircraft-carrier, built primarily of ice and wood pulp. Proposed in 1942 by British inventor Geoffrey Pyke, this unconventional design was put forward as a potential secret weapon during the Second World War. The Habbakuk carrier was intended to be larger than any conventional vessel of its time, with the ability to support numerous aircraft and provide a mobile base for long-range operations. However, the practicalities of constructing such a vessel proved to be too great for the British war effort at the time. The Habbakuk project involved importing vast quantities of ice from the Arctic and processing it with wood pulp to create a strong and durable material for the carrier's hull. Despite the ambitious vision, the project was ultimately abandoned due to the significant resources and infrastructure required to bring it to fruition. In the illustration, the Habbakuk design is shown next to HMS Indefatigable (right), a large British aircraft-carrier built using conventional materials, to provide a sense of scale and comparison. The HMS Indefatigable, launched in 1946, was a formidable vessel in its own right and served in the Royal Navy until 1959. The Habbakuk project remains an intriguing footnote in the history of naval warfare, showcasing the ingenuity and resourcefulness of those who sought to push the boundaries of what was possible during wartime.
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