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RAF Halton Ten Tors expedition 1977 - RAF Bedford coach
RAF Halton Apprentices competing in the 1977 Ten Tors cross-country team march. - The ubiquitous RAF Bedford SB3 (43AC42) with Strachans Pacesaver bodywork, used by the 1977 Ten Tors team. Anybody that served in the RAF in the 70s and 80s will be VERY familiar with these dreadful buses. Date: 1977
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Media ID 23373236
© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
1977 Apprentices Armed Bedford Bodywork Buses Competing Cross Country Dreadful Familiar Forces Halton Served Services Tors Ubiquitous Very
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our exclusive range of RAF-themed greeting cards from Media Storehouse. This captivating card features an iconic image from the Mary Evans Picture Library, showcasing RAF Halton apprentices on their 1977 Ten Tors expedition. In the foreground, the resilient team members march on, determined to complete the challenging cross-country course. In the background, the ubiquitous RAF Bedford SB3 (43AC42) with Strachans Pacesaver bodywork stands ready, transporting their gear and providing support. This vintage scene is a perfect reminder of the camaraderie, determination, and spirit of adventure that defines the RAF. Send this evocative card to a friend or loved one to brighten their day and evoke fond memories of the past.
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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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This evocative photograph captures the spirit of camaraderie and determination among RAF Halton apprentices during the 1977 Ten Tors expedition. The team, dressed in their uniforms and carrying their gear, are seen boarding the ubiquitous RAF Bedford SB3 (43AC42) with Strachans Pacesaver bodywork. The Bedford bus, a familiar sight for anyone who served in the RAF during the 1970s and 1980s, was notorious for its uncomfortable ride and cramped quarters. Despite these challenges, the apprentices used the bus as transportation to and from the rugged Dartmoor terrain in Devon, where they competed in the annual Ten Tors cross-country team march. The Ten Tors event, which involved teams navigating their way across the moorland to reach specific checkpoints, was a test of physical and mental endurance. This photograph serves as a reminder of the unique experiences and challenges faced by RAF personnel during their training, and the resilience and teamwork required to overcome them." "Aeronautical enthusiasts may also appreciate the background of this photograph, which features a vintage aircraft model or aeroplane in the foreground. The combination of military transport and aviation imagery highlights the connection between the RAF's ground operations and its role in the skies.
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