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Poster Print : Photo-call to launch the Across Charity, Ambulance Mark V, the West Midlands 80
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Photo-call to launch the Across Charity, Ambulance Mark V, the West Midlands 80
Photo-call to launch the Across Charity, Ambulance Mark V, the West Midlands 80, 000 new jumbo ambulance. Midland comedians Don Maclean and Lenny Henry (who helped raise cash) put on a traffic stopping act to give the worlds biggest ambulance the go-ahead. Outside the Grand Hotel Birmingham, Don helped bearded driver John Hudgell to transport a roaring Lenny across the street on a stretcher, watched by another driver, Colin Hann. 30th March 1979
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
Media ID 21661742
© Mirrorpix
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring the unforgettable Photo-call to launch the Across Charity and the new West Midlands Ambulance Service Mark V Jumbo Ambulance. This historic moment, captured by the Birmingham Post and Mail Archive from Memory Lane Prints, brings together Midland comedians Don Maclean and Lenny Henry, who played a significant role in raising funds for this remarkable cause. Add a touch of nostalgia to your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed poster, a unique addition to any collection.
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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In this iconic print from 1979, we witness a momentous occasion as the Across Charity unveils its latest achievement - the Ambulance Mark V, affectionately known as the West Midlands 80. The grand launch event took place outside the prestigious Grand Hotel in Birmingham and was nothing short of a spectacle. Midland comedians Don Maclean and Lenny Henry, both instrumental in raising funds for this noble cause, stole the show with their traffic-stopping act. In an extraordinary display of camaraderie, Don assisted bearded driver John Hudgell in transporting a lively Lenny across the street on a stretcher. The sheer determination and enthusiasm emanating from these individuals were palpable. The significance of this event cannot be overstated; it marked the introduction of what would become known as the world's biggest ambulance - a jumbo-sized vehicle designed to provide unparalleled emergency medical care. This groundbreaking innovation promised to revolutionize healthcare services in not just Birmingham but also beyond. As we gaze upon this image captured by Birmingham Post and Mail Archive, we are reminded of an era when entertainment programmes like Crackerjack dominated television screens. However, let us not forget that behind all the laughter lies genuine compassion and dedication towards improving lives. This photograph serves as a timeless reminder of how communities can come together to support vital causes while showcasing remarkable talent along the way.
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