Poster Print : 11th Bn The Parachute Regiment, 8th Bn Middlesex Regiment
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11th Bn The Parachute Regiment, 8th Bn Middlesex Regiment
PhotographFrom album of 183 photographs with newspaper cutting and ephemera, 11th Bn The Parachute Regiment, 8th Bn Middlesex Regiment, TA, 1947-1957. Date: 1957
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11th 1947 1957 Airborne Boxcar Cutting Ephemera Middlesex Newspaper Operation Parachute Photograph Regiment Supply
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse poster print, featuring an iconic photograph from the album of 183 photographs with newspaper cutting and ephemera, showcasing the 11th Bn The Parachute Regiment and 8th Bn Middlesex Regiment in 1957. This evocative image, rights-managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the camaraderie and spirit of these troops during their training years. Add a touch of military history to your home or office decor with this striking and authentic poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures members of the 11th Battalion of The Parachute Regiment and the 8th Battalion of The Middlesex Regiment, Territorial Army (TA), during a training exercise in 1957. The image is part of an album containing 183 photographs, newspaper cuttings, and ephemera that offer a unique insight into the daily life and operations of these British military units. The soldiers are seen gathered around a C-119 Flying Boxcar aircraft, which was used for air supply and airborne operations. The Parachute Regiment was renowned for its expertise in parachute assaults, and this training exercise likely involved preparing for such an operation. The Middlesex Regiment, on the other hand, was an infantry regiment that provided support and reinforcements to the Parachute Regiment. The soldiers are dressed in their uniforms, with some wearing parachute wings on their shoulders, indicating their qualification for parachute jumps. The aircraft's open cargo door reveals stacks of supplies and equipment, ready to be airdropped to the troops below. The expression on the faces of the soldiers ranges from focused determination to lighthearted banter, reflecting the camaraderie and teamwork essential to their mission. This photograph is a testament to the dedication and training of the soldiers in the 11th Battalion of The Parachute Regiment and the 8th Battalion of The Middlesex Regiment during the late 1950s. It offers a glimpse into the world of airborne operations and the important role these units played in the British military.
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