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The Great News (colour litho)
2777861 The Great News (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great News. At that time we were crowding, as usual, the radio booth where the Norwegian operator received communications at the usual radiotelegraphic appointment. Suddenly we saw him write, Nobile is... The words of the extraordinary announcement were combined, letter by letter, written by the pencil of the telegrapher who, ignoring Italian, continued to write indifferent. He certainly had to believe that we had gone mad, when he saw us leaving the cabin with our faces disfigured by emotion, shouting the news to the shipmates as crazy. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 24 June 1928.); © Look and Learn
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is a captivating print that captures a moment of intense emotion and excitement. The image depicts a scene on board a ship, where the crew members are gathered around a radio booth eagerly awaiting news. In the foreground, an Italian operator can be seen writing down a telegram in Morse code, completely unaware of the significance of his message. The caption reveals the extraordinary nature of this announcement - it is about the rescue of Umberto Nobile, an Italian explorer whose airship had crashed in the Arctic. The telegrapher's indifference to the news adds an element of suspense and disbelief to the scene. The print beautifully conveys both joy and relief as we see crew members leaving their cabins with disfigured faces due to overwhelming emotions. They shout out this incredible news to their shipmates who join them in celebration. This illustration was originally published in Courier Sunday on June 24th, 1928. It showcases how modern communication technology played a crucial role in successful rescue operations during that time period. Beltrame Achille (1871-1945), renowned illustrator, skillfully brings this dramatic moment to life through his detailed artwork. His use of color lithography enhances the vibrancy and intensity of emotions depicted in this historical event. "The Great News" serves as a powerful reminder of humanity's resilience and our ability to overcome adversity even under challenging circumstances.
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