Workers in the aircraft component repair department during the Second World War. The workers are thought to be making parts for aircraft wings, probably for Spitfires, in what was the H.T.P. Motors showroom. Aircraft repair staff comprised 100 operatives, 50% of which were women. At their peak they produced 500 components a month for Spitfires, including tail planes and rudders. In 2018, this building is the Pannier Market on Back Quay, Truro. P8655 Newtonia was a presentation Spitfire IIa paid for by the people of Newton Abbot and District. Photographer: Unknown. Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture. © From the collection of the RIC

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This print captures a significant moment in history at the Machine shop of H. T. P. Motors Ltd. in Truro, Cornwall during 1941. The image showcases dedicated workers in the aircraft component repair department during the Second World War, diligently crafting parts for aircraft wings, possibly for iconic Spitfires. The photograph reveals an interesting aspect of this particular machine shop as it was located within what used to be the H. T. P. Motors showroom. It is fascinating to see how this space transformed from showcasing automobiles to becoming a hub for vital wartime production. During its peak, this department employed 100 skilled operatives, half of whom were women - a testament to their invaluable contribution during these challenging times. Together, they manufactured an impressive 500 components per month solely for Spitfires, including essential tail planes and rudders. Fast forward to 2018 and this historic building has been repurposed into the Pannier Market on Back Quay in Truro - a vibrant reminder of its rich past and evolution over time. It is worth noting that P8655 Newtonia holds special significance as it was a presentation Spitfire IIa generously funded by the people of Newton Abbot and District. Unfortunately, we are unable to credit the photographer responsible for capturing this remarkable snapshot that now resides within the Royal Cornwall Museum's collection.

Framed Prints of Machine shop, H. T. P. Motors Ltd. Back Quay, Truro, Cornwall. 1941

Step back in time with our exclusive Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an evocative image of H.T.P. Motors Ltd.'s Machine Shop during World War II. Located in Truro, Cornwall, this photograph captures the hardworking team in the aircraft component repair department, meticulously crafting parts for aircraft wings, believed to be for the iconic Spitfire. This historic moment is beautifully preserved in this high-quality Framed Print from the Royal Cornwall Museum, adding a touch of nostalgia and inspiration to any space.

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Poster Prints of Machine shop, H. T. P. Motors Ltd. Back Quay, Truro, Cornwall. 1941

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