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Chatham Historic Dockyard EAW622364
Historic Dockyard, Chatham, Medway, Kent. Photographed by Aerofilms Ltd in July 1993
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 13290135
© Historic England Archive
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection: a stunning image of the Historic Dockyard in Chatham, Kent. Captured by Aerofilms Ltd in July 1993, this vintage photograph is now available as a unique and thoughtful greeting card. The historic site, protected by Historic England, showcases the rich maritime history of Medway with its impressive ships, buildings, and dockyards. Send a piece of history with this beautiful card, perfect for any occasion. #ChathamDockyard #HistoricEngland #GreetingsCard #VintagePhotography.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: Aerial View of Chatham Historic Dockyard, Medway, Kent, England, 1993 2.. This aerial photograph, taken by Aerofilms Ltd in July 1993, captures the historic Chatham Dockyard in Medway, Kent, England, as it appeared over three centuries after its founding. Established in 1618, the dockyard played a pivotal role in England's maritime history, building and repairing warships for the Royal Navy. The image reveals the intricate layout of the dockyard, with its impressive collection of historic structures, including the Covered Way, a 1,300-foot-long, covered walkway that once housed shipbuilding facilities. The vast expanse of the dry docks, some of which date back to the late 17th and early 18th centuries, can be seen in the lower left corner. The photograph also highlights the importance of the dockyard as a hub for maritime innovation. In the foreground, the iconic Commissioners' House, built in 1769, stands proudly, while the nearby mast pond, where masts and yards were tested, is visible in the upper right corner. The image also reveals the presence of various other structures, such as the Ropery, the Cooperage, and the Blacksmith's Shop, all of which contributed to the dockyard's bustling maritime activity. Today, Chatham Historic Dockyard is a popular tourist destination and a reminder of England's rich maritime heritage. The site is now home to various museums, historic ships, and educational facilities, offering visitors a unique insight into the country's naval past. This photograph, copyrighted by Historic England Archive, provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a bird's-eye view of the historic Chatham Dockyard in its glory days.
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