Framed Print : Missile And Cyclone
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Missile And Cyclone
15th May 1959: A group of children watches as the first American ICBM (intercontinental ballistic missile) rises into launching position at the Aquarium Compund, Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York City. The 80-foot missile was set to launch on May 24th, Armed Services Day. The legendary Cyclone roller coaster is in the background. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11534860
1950 1959 Amusement Park Ride Brooklyn New York Child Coney Island Curiosity Females Gins Interest Launch Looking Missile New York City North America Portrait Male Female Back Position Rear View Rollercoaster Skyscraper Surprise Traveling Carnival Watch Weapon Ballistic Missile
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Experience history in your home with the Media Storehouse Framed Prints featuring "Missile and Cyclone" by Hulton Archive from Fine Art Storehouse. This iconic image captures a pivotal moment in history, as a group of children gaze in awe at the first American Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) rising into launching position at the Aquarium Compound in Coney Island, Brooklyn on 15th May 1959. Our high-quality framed prints are meticulously crafted to preserve the rich detail and vibrant colors of this historic photograph, making it a stunning addition to any room in your home or office. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your space.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Captivated by the Future: A group of children stands in awe as they witness a historic moment unfold at the Aquarium Compound, Coney Island, Brooklyn. It is May 15th, 1959, and their eyes are fixed on the towering figure of America's first intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) rising into launching position. The anticipation builds as Armed Services Day approaches on May 24th. In this black and white portrait captured by Hulton Archive/Getty Images, we see both boys and girls mesmerized by the spectacle before them. Their faces reflect a mix of curiosity, surprise, and perhaps even a hint of trepidation. Behind them looms the legendary Cyclone roller coaster - an iconic symbol of thrill-seeking adventure contrasting with the gravity of this technological marvel. This photograph encapsulates not only a pivotal moment in American history but also captures the essence of childhood wonderment amidst an ever-changing world. As they stand there together, these young minds are witnessing firsthand how progress intertwines with amusement park rides and skyscrapers. The juxtaposition between innocence and military might is striking; it serves as a reminder that even during times marked by war and conflict, human fascination persists. This image transports us back to an era when dreams soared high above Coney Island's shores while simultaneously grounding us in our collective desire for exploration and discovery. As we gaze upon this archival print from Fine Art Storehouse today, let us remember those children who stood witness to history unfolding before their very eyes.
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