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Canvas Print : Bay of pigs, 1961, anti-aircraft emplacement
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Bay of pigs, 1961, anti-aircraft emplacement
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Media ID 9623207
© Sovfoto/Universal Images Group
1960s Cold War Cuba Military Soviet Union Bay Of Pigs Playa Giron
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Experience history in high definition with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints featuring this iconic image from Universal Images Group. Witness the intensity of the past as anti-aircraft emplacements stand guard during the Bay of Pigs invasion in 1961. Our premium canvas prints bring out the finest details, ensuring a stunning and authentic representation of this pivotal moment in history. Perfect for adding depth and character to any space, relive the past with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints.
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 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) takes us back to the intense years of the Cold War, specifically to the infamous Bay of Pigs invasion in 1961. The image showcases an anti-aircraft emplacement strategically positioned along the picturesque coastline. As tensions between Cuba and the United States escalated during this period, this defensive installation played a crucial role in protecting Cuban territory against potential aerial attacks. The photograph serves as a stark reminder of the geopolitical struggle that unfolded between two superpowers - Cuba backed by its Soviet allies and the United States determined to halt communist expansion in their hemisphere. The Bay of Pigs invasion was a failed attempt by CIA-trained Cuban exiles to overthrow Fidel Castro's regime, resulting in a humiliating defeat for American forces. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness not only military hardware but also glimpses into an era defined by ideological conflicts and covert operations. It encapsulates both the desperation felt by those seeking to topple Castro's government and the resolve exhibited by Cuban soldiers defending their homeland. As we reflect on this historical moment captured so vividly through UIG's lens, it serves as a poignant reminder of how close these global powers came to direct confrontation during one of history's most tense periods. This print is not just an artistic representation; it is a testament to human ambition, political maneuvering, and ultimately serves as a somber symbol of what could have been if events had taken another turn.
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