Canvas Print : Alcock & Brown - 3
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Alcock & Brown - 3
Captain Alcock and Lieutenant Brown terminate their successful first crossing of the Atlantic by air by crashing their Vickers Vimy in an Irish bog
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Alcock Atlantic Crashing Crossing Lieutenant Successful Vickers 1919
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the awe-inspiring "Alcock & Brown - 3" Canvas Print from the Media Storehouse range, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image commemorates the historic first transatlantic flight by Captain Alcock and Lieutenant Brown in 1919. The vintage black and white photograph shows the intrepid aviators standing triumphantly beside their damaged Vickers Vimy aircraft, following their successful crossing of the Atlantic Ocean. The rough terrain of an Irish bog serves as the backdrop to their momentous achievement. This stunning canvas print is a testament to the spirit of adventure and human accomplishment. Order now and bring this iconic moment into your home or office.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This historic photograph captures the moment of triumph and adversity experienced by Captain John Alcock and Lieutenant Arthur Brown as they concluded their groundbreaking first transatlantic flight across the Atlantic Ocean in 1919. The intrepid aviators, having successfully completed the journey from Newfoundland, Canada, to County Galway, Ireland, in their Vickers Vimy biplane, found an unexpected end to their voyage in an Irish bog. The image shows the two men standing beside their damaged aircraft, their faces etched with relief and exhaustion. The Vickers Vimy, a British military transport plane repurposed for the daring endeavor, lies crumpled and battered in the background, a testament to the harsh realities of early aviation. The successful completion of this flight marked a significant achievement in the annals of aviation history, paving the way for commercial transatlantic air travel and further advancements in aviation technology. Captain Alcock and Lieutenant Brown's daring journey, which took place in June of that year, was met with widespread acclaim and admiration. Their determination and skill in navigating the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean, despite the numerous challenges they faced, cemented their place in history as pioneers of aviation. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of their remarkable achievement and the spirit of adventure that drove them to push the boundaries of what was thought possible.
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