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Airman Driving a Fork-Lift Truck with Wooden Crates Duri?
Airman Driving a Fork-Lift Truck with Wooden Crates During the Berlin Airlift at the Headquarters of the USAFe 85th Air Depot-Wing Date: 1949
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Media ID 18397649
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16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Airman Driving a Fork-Lift Truck with Wooden Crates" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you back to the pivotal year of 1949 during the Berlin Airlift. Witness the determination and resilience of an airman skillfully maneuvering a fork-lift truck, loaded with wooden crates, at the USAF 85th Air Depot-Wing headquarters. Our high-quality Metal Prints not only showcase the vibrant colors and intricate details of this iconic photograph but also provide a contemporary, sleek look that adds character to any space. Relive history with this unique and captivating piece.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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.
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, an Airman of the United States Air Force (USAF) confidently navigates a fork-lift truck through the bustling grounds of Erding Air Base in Germany, 1949. The base, which was the headquarters of the USAF 85th Air Depot-Wing, was a pivotal hub during the Berlin Airlift, a historic operation that took place from June 1948 to May 1949. The Airman's focused expression and the precision with which he maneuvers the fork-lift truck, loaded with wooden crates, underscores the critical role that logistical support played during this period. The Berlin Airlift was a response to the Soviet Union's blockade of West Berlin, which had been isolated from the Western Allies by land, water, and rail. The only means of supplying the city with essentials such as food, fuel, and medicine was through the air. The USAF and its allies flew over 277,000 flights carrying more than 2.3 million tons of supplies to Berlin, preventing its complete isolation and eventual takeover by the Soviet Union. This photograph, therefore, represents not just the skill and determination of the Airman, but also the indomitable spirit of the Allied forces and their commitment to maintaining the freedom and security of Berlin and Western Europe. The image is a poignant reminder of the pivotal role that the USAF played during the Berlin Airlift, and the crucial importance of logistical support in military operations. The photograph's composition, with the Airman framed against the backdrop of the wooden crates and the open sky, emphasizes the vastness of the undertaking and the scale of the challenge that was faced and overcome.
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