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Jigsaw Puzzle : Lady Maud Hoare, wife of the Air Minister Sir Samuel Hoare
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Lady Maud Hoare, wife of the Air Minister Sir Samuel Hoare
The Lady Maud Hoare, wife of the Air Minister, Sir Samuel Hoare, christening one of five Handley Page airliners, built to cope with the rapid growth of traffic on Imperial Airways, at Croydon on 30 March. They were named after various cities of the British Empire and New York
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Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Discover the captivating history of aviation with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intriguing puzzle features an iconic image of Lady Maud Hoare, the graceful wife of Sir Samuel Hoare, who was the Air Minister at the time. The photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a significant moment in history as Lady Maud performs the christening ceremony for one of five Handley Page airliners, built to meet the increasing demand on Imperial Airways. Assemble this beautiful puzzle to not only challenge your mind but also to immerse yourself in a piece of aviation history.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 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.)
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Estimated Product Size is 40.5cm x 50.8cm (15.9" x 20")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative photograph, Lady Maud Hoare, the elegant and poised wife of Air Minister Sir Samuel Hoare, performs the ceremonial christening of one of five new Handley Page airliners at Croydon on 30 March 1935. The rapid growth of air traffic on Imperial Airways had necessitated the construction of these impressive aircraft, which were named after various cities of the British Empire and New York. Sir Samuel Hoare, a prominent figure in British politics, stands proudly by his wife's side, a testament to their shared commitment to the advancement of aviation technology. The sleek and imposing Handley Page airliner, with its distinctive rounded wings and streamlined design, looms majestically in the background, a symbol of the progress and innovation of the era. The christening ceremony marked a significant moment in the history of air travel, as these new aircraft were built to cope with the ever-increasing demand for air transportation. The planes, which were not for commercial use but rather for the use of the Imperial Airways, represented the pinnacle of aviation technology at the time, offering passengers a level of comfort and safety that was previously unheard of. Lady Maud Hoare's graceful touch on the ship's bow, adorned with a spray of flowers, signifies the beginning of a new chapter in aviation history. The photograph captures a moment of celebration and optimism, as the future of air travel looked bright and full of promise. This image, a stunning example of the elegance and sophistication of the 1930s, is a reminder of the important role that women played in the development of aviation and the significant impact that air travel had on the world.
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