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Poster Print : Top: x-ray photograph of one of the poison pins gary powers was provided with (enlarged 9 times), figure 2: inside needle of the pin with the grooves filled with poison, bottom: actual size of poison pin, shown with an ordinary pin, 1960, u2 spy plane misson
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Top: x-ray photograph of one of the poison pins gary powers was provided with (enlarged 9 times), figure 2: inside needle of the pin with the grooves filled with poison, bottom: actual size of poison pin, shown with an ordinary pin, 1960, u2 spy plane misson
Universal Images Group (UIG) manages distribution for many leading specialist agencies worldwide
Media ID 9667183
© Sovfoto/Universal Images Group
American Cold War Espionage Soviet Union Ussr
20x30 inch Poster Print
Discover the intrigue of the past with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the infamous poison pins used in the U-2 spy plane mission. This captivating collection includes an enlarged x-ray photograph of one of the poison pins provided to Gary Powers (Figure 1), revealing the hidden details of the deadly device. In Figure 2, delve deeper into the design with an inside view of the needle, showcasing the grooves filled with poison. Experience the history of Cold War espionage as you bring these gripping images into your home or office.
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 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print from 1960 takes us back to the heart of one of the most intense periods in history - the Cold War. In this image, we are presented with a trio of intriguing objects that played a significant role in espionage during that era. At the top, an x-ray photograph reveals one of the poison pins provided to Gary Powers, a pilot involved in the U2 spy plane mission. Enlarged nine times its actual size, this eerie image unveils the hidden dangers lurking within these seemingly innocuous tools. Moving down to figure 2, we witness a closer look at the inside needle of one such pin. The grooves filled with poison become apparent, highlighting their lethal purpose and emphasizing their importance as covert weapons used by spies on both sides. Finally, at the bottom lies an ordinary pin juxtaposed against its deadly counterpart - an actual-size poison pin. This striking comparison serves as a chilling reminder of how something so small and inconspicuous can possess immense power when wielded for nefarious purposes. With references to America, Russia (Soviet Union), espionage, and the ongoing struggle between superpowers during that time period, this print encapsulates not only historical significance but also serves as a visual representation of tension and intrigue synonymous with those turbulent years.
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