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Interior of the R101 airship
Amenities of the giant British airship R101, showing the smoking room, a typical two-berth cabin, and passengers looking down on the lights of a city from the starboard promenade deck. The Illustrated London News explains that " a special smoking room has been provided...which is fitted with an aluminium floor to obviate any danger from fire caused by carelessly thrown-down cigarettes and lighted matches." The fireproofing didn t stop the R101 crashing in the early hours of 5th October 1930 on its maiden voyage and bursting into flames, with the eventual loss of 48 of 54 lives on board
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Air Ship Amenities Cabin Comforts Deck Passengers Promenade R101 Viewing 1929
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the rich history of aviation with our captivating selection of Media Storehouse poster prints, featuring the interior of the legendary R101 airship. This exquisite image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a rare glimpse into the amenities of this giant British airship. Witness the elegance of the smoking room, the cozy comfort of a typical two-berth cabin, and the awe-inspiring view of city lights from the starboard promenade deck. Bring a piece of aviation history into your home or office and transport yourself back in time with our high-quality poster prints.
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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 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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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Step aboard the R101, the largest airship ever built in the UK, as we explore its impressive interior through this photograph from the Illustrated London News in 1929. Witness the luxurious amenities designed for passengers' comfort and enjoyment during their flight. Beginning with the Smoking Room, a designated space for passengers to indulge in their habit without disturbing others. Fitted with an aluminium floor to prevent any potential fires caused by carelessly discarded cigarettes and matches, this thoughtful addition ensured a relaxing atmosphere for smokers. Next, we venture into a typical two-berth cabin, offering passengers a comfortable and private space to rest during their journey. The cozy quarters are furnished with plush seating, a writing table, and ample storage space for personal belongings. Lastly, take a peek at the starboard promenade deck, where passengers can marvel at the breathtaking view of city lights below. The open-air deck provided an opportunity for passengers to stretch their legs, take in the sights, and enjoy the sensation of flight. Unfortunately, the R101's maiden voyage on October 4, 1930, ended tragically when the airship crashed in the early hours, bursting into flames and resulting in the loss of 48 lives on board. Despite this unfortunate event, the R101 represented a significant milestone in aviation history, showcasing the potential for long-distance air travel and the luxurious amenities that could be offered to passengers.
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