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HMS Ceylon, Ceylon class light cruiser of the Royal Navy
HMS Ceylon, Ceylon class light cruiser of the Royal Navy, returns to Portsmouth after 17 month on station in the Far East, Friday 18th December 1959. Pictured, Able Seaman John White is greeted by his wife Lynne 22, of Shaftesbury, Dorset
Freddie Cooper
Daily Mirror
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Sri Lanka
L9468
Media ID 21694520
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Coats Couples Holding Kissing Lifting Love And Romance Mistletoe Navy Sailor Ships
Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Bring history to life with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse and Memory Lane Prints. This intricately detailed puzzle features the iconic image of HMS Ceylon, a Ceylon class light cruiser of the Royal Navy, as it returns to Portsmouth after an impressive 17-month deployment in the Far East in 1959. Engage in a rewarding puzzle experience as you piece together the vibrant and vivid artwork by renowned artist Freddie Cooper. Perfect for history enthusiasts, puzzle aficionados, or anyone seeking a challenging and enjoyable pastime. Immerse yourself in a piece of maritime history and create a beautiful display once completed.
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 50.8cm x 40.5cm (20" x 15.9")
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.
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In this heartwarming print captured by Freddie Cooper, we are transported back to the 1950s when HMS Ceylon, a Ceylon class light cruiser of the Royal Navy, returns to Portsmouth after an arduous 17-month deployment in the Far East. The image showcases a beautiful moment between Able Seaman John White and his wife Lynne as they reunite on that memorable Friday, December 18th, 1959. As the ship docks at port, Lynne eagerly awaits her husband's arrival. Clad in their fashionable coats of the era, Lynne exudes elegance with her fur-trimmed attire while John proudly dons his naval uniform. Their love for each other is palpable as they embrace tightly amidst the mistletoe decorations adorning the dockyard. With joy radiating from their faces, Lynne lifts herself onto her tiptoes and plants a tender kiss on John's cheek. It is a moment filled with pure bliss and relief after months of separation. The trophy hugging between them symbolizes not only their deep affection but also serves as a testament to all military couples who endure long periods apart. This photograph encapsulates both love and sacrifice within its frame—a timeless reminder of devotion amidst duty during an era defined by bravery and resilience.
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