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TEXAS IN GATUN LOCKS
The U.S.S. Texas in the Middle East Chamber, Gatun Locks
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Canals Chamber Gatun Locks Panama
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the stunning "TEXAS IN GATUN LOCKS" poster print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image showcases the legendary USS Texas as it traverses the Middle East Chamber of the Gatun Locks. The intricate waterway system and the mighty warship create an awe-inspiring scene that is sure to make a bold statement in any room. The high-quality print, with its vibrant colors and exceptional detail, promises to bring the history and grandeur of this engineering marvel right into your home or office. Add this timeless piece to your decor and relive the rich maritime heritage with every glance.
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.
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This historic photograph captures the momentous occasion of the U.S.S. Texas entering the Middle East Chamber of the Gatun Locks in the Panama Canal on January 25, 1915. The U.S.S. Texas, a pre-Dreadnought-class battleship, was one of the first U.S. Navy vessels to transit the newly completed canal, connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. The Panama Canal, an engineering marvel of the early 20th century, was the result of decades of planning and construction. The canal's three sets of locks, including the Middle East Chamber featured in this image, allowed ships to navigate the 50-mile long waterway, saving thousands of miles of travel around the southern tip of South America. The U.S.S. Texas, commissioned in 1912, was a powerful symbol of the United States' growing naval presence in the Caribbean and the Pacific. Its transit through the Panama Canal marked a significant milestone in the ship's history and in the history of maritime transportation. The photograph shows the U.S.S. Texas in the final stages of its passage through the Middle East Chamber. The chamber's massive gates, which were closed behind the battleship to maintain the necessary water levels, can be seen in the background. The ship's crew, dressed in their best uniforms, stand proudly on the deck, waving to the crowds gathered on the shores of the canal. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the engineers, laborers, and sailors who made the Panama Canal a reality. It also serves as a reminder of the important role that the U.S. Navy played in the early 20th century and in the history of the Panama Canal.
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