Jigsaw Puzzle : The Millionth Ton of Supplies reaches Berlin, 1949

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The Millionth Ton of Supplies reaches Berlin, 1949

Photograph showing Flight Lieutenant K.J. Ryall of the Royal Air Force handing a sack, representing the millionth short ton of supplies to be flown into Berlin during the airlift, to Dr. Klingelhofer, the economic member of the Western Berlin Magistrat, 18th February 1949. Between April 1948 and May 1949 Josef Stalin, leader of the USSR, imposed a land blockade on supplies from Western Europe to West Berlin. In response the British and American governments organised an enormous airlift to supply food and other essentials to the 2.5 million inhabitants of West Berlin. After a year Stalin conceded defeat and lifted the land blockade

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Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)

Discover history in a whole new light with the Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzles, featuring the captivating image "The Millionth Ton of Supplies Reaches Berlin, 1949." This iconic photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, tells the inspiring story of the Berlin Airlift. Piece together this jigsaw puzzle to relive the moment when Flight Lieutenant K.J. Ryall of the Royal Air Force symbolically handed a sack, representing the millionth short ton of supplies, to Dr. Carl Heusner, marking a pivotal point in history. Engage in this intriguing puzzle experience and bring this historical moment to life in your own home.

Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles are printed on photographic paper. Excluding the outer edge, all of the pieces are the same shape with the completed puzzle measuring 10" x 14" (25.4 x 35.5 cm). Split into individual pieces, puzzles are supplied in a black presentation box, sized to fit most mailboxes, with a professionally printed photo on top for reference (box dimensions 5 5/8" x 7 5/8" x 1 1/5")

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Estimated Product Size is 37.2cm x 29.2cm (14.6" x 11.5")

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 historic photograph captures the symbolic moment when Flight Lieutenant K.J. Ryall of the Royal Air Force handed a sack, representing the millionth short ton of supplies to be flown into Berlin during the airlift, to Dr. Klingelhofer, the economic member of the Western Berlin Magistrat, on 18th February 1949. The image is a poignant reminder of the extraordinary feat achieved during the Berlin Airlift, which lasted from April 1948 to May 1949. The airlift was a response to the land blockade imposed by Soviet Union leader, Josef Stalin, who sought to cut off supplies from Western Europe to West Berlin. The 2.5 million inhabitants of West Berlin were left in a critical situation, facing food and essentials shortages. The British and American governments organized an enormous airlift to supply the city, with the Royal Air Force and the United States Air Force flying in over 200,000 tons of supplies each month. After a year of unwavering determination and perseverance, Stalin conceded defeat and lifted the land blockade. This photograph, taken at Tempelhof Airport in Berlin, shows Flight Lieutenant Ryall handing the millionth ton sack to Dr. Klingelhofer, symbolizing the successful outcome of the airlift. The event marked a significant turning point in the post-World War II history of Europe and demonstrated the power of international cooperation in the face of adversity.

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