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Letter Flown to Liner
A Philadelphia businessman with an urgent letter for a passenger on the outgoing transatlantic liner Olympic has it flown and dropped onto the ships deck
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Air Mail Business Man Deck Dropped Flown Letter Philadelphia Trans Atlantic Urgent Liner
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Letter Flown to Liner" canvas print from Media Storehouse, in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports you back in time to the golden age of ocean travel. Witness the thrilling moment as a Philadelphia businessman, clutching an urgent letter for a passenger aboard the majestic ocean liner Olympic, arranges for it to be flown and dropped onto the ship's deck. The excitement and anticipation are palpable in this stunning, historic scene. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich detail and vibrant colors of this captivating photograph. Each print is coated with a protective, scratch-resistant finish and carefully stretched over sturdy, warp-resistant wooden frames. Bring the grandeur of yesteryear into your home or office with this unique and intriguing work of art. Order now and relive the romance and adventure of transatlantic travel through the "Letter Flown to Liner" canvas print.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 22.9cm x 30.5cm (9" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: A Historical Moment of Urgent Communication: A Philadelphia Businessman's Letter Flown to the Deck of the Ocean Liner Olympic in 1911. This photograph depicts a pivotal moment in the annals of transportation history. In the early 1900s, the transatlantic voyage was a lengthy and uncertain journey, often leaving passengers and their loved ones on land feeling disconnected. For those with urgent matters, the wait could be unbearable. Enter the innovative solution of air mail. In this image, a Philadelphia businessman, clutching an important letter, stands on the tarmac of an airfield, gazing intently at the majestic ocean liner, Olympic, anchored in the distance. With the help of aviation pioneers, his letter is loaded onto a small plane, poised for takeoff. The businessman's sense of relief is palpable as the aircraft ascends into the sky, carrying his urgent message towards its intended recipient aboard the outgoing transatlantic liner. As the plane disappears from view, the businessman watches with hope, knowing that his letter will soon be in the hands of the passenger he so desperately needs to reach. This groundbreaking method of transportation revolutionized the way people communicated across vast distances, bridging the gap between continents and bringing the world a little closer together. This photograph, taken in 1911, is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of those who sought to overcome the challenges of long-distance communication. It stands as a reminder of the remarkable progress that has been made in the realm of transportation and the enduring human desire to stay connected with those we care about, no matter the distance.
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