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At Gatow Airport in Berlin where they are used to seeing bigger
At Gatow Airport in Berlin where they are used to seeing bigger and better efforts every day, they took their hats off when the biggest air lift load of all time arrived in the worlds largest transport plane, a Globe Master, of military air transport service of the U.S. Army air Force. It was unloaded in record time, trailer trucks being shunted from all sides as the huge belly of the aircraft opened up and disgorged its cargo. Berliners get a look at the work of unloading. August 1948 P004018
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Berlin
Germany
Media ID 21319022
© Mirrorpix
Air Force Cold War Plane Post War Blockade Marshall Plan
16"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 10"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 40.6cm (16" x 16")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
At Gatow Airport in Berlin, where they are accustomed to witnessing remarkable feats on a daily basis, the arrival of an unprecedented air lift load left everyone in awe. The world's largest transport plane, a Globe Master from the military air transport service of the U. S. Army Air Force, touched down with an extraordinary cargo that surpassed all expectations. As the colossal aircraft's belly opened up, trailer trucks were swiftly maneuvered from all directions to facilitate the unloading process. The efficiency and precision displayed by the soldiers involved was truly commendable. Berliners gathered around to witness this impressive display of teamwork and dedication. This momentous event took place in August 1948 during a critical period marked by political tensions and economic hardships known as the Cold War era. As part of foreign aid efforts and underlining their commitment to supporting post-war recovery, American forces carried out this monumental operation as part of their contribution towards alleviating the blockade faced by Berlin. The photograph captures not only a historic moment but also showcases how international cooperation can transcend borders for humanitarian causes. It serves as a reminder of both resilience and compassion amidst challenging times.
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