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Norge Polar Flight
The Norge airship, hired from Italy by Amundsen, at the start of its flight over the North Pole. From Spitzbergen it made a 17-hour flight to Alaska
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Air Ship Alaska Amundsen Hired Hour Norge Polar Pole Spitzbergen Start 1926 Made
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Discover the thrill of adventure with our "Norge Polar Flight" jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating puzzle depicts the historic Norge airship, rented from Italy by Roald Amundsen, embarking on its groundbreaking journey over the North Pole. Travel back in time to 1926 as this iconic vessel sets off from Spitzbergen for its 17-hour flight to Alaska. With intricately detailed pieces and stunning imagery, this puzzle offers an engaging challenge for puzzle enthusiasts of all ages. Escape to a world of exploration and history with the "Norge Polar Flight" jigsaw puzzle.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
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 historic photograph captures the momentous departure of the Norge airship from Spitzbergen, Norway, marking the start of its groundbreaking 17-hour flight over the North Pole in April 1926. Commissioned by the renowned polar explorer Roald Amundsen, who had previously achieved the first successful passage through the Northwest Passage and the first Antarctic expedition to reach the South Pole, the Norge airship was hired from Italy for this daring endeavor. Amundsen's team, consisting of Italian pilot Umberto Nobile and a crew of five, embarked on this unprecedented journey with the goal of establishing a new transport route between Europe and America. The Norge airship, a massive, rigid-framed, helium-filled dirigible, was the largest of its kind at the time, and its successful crossing of the polar ice cap represented a significant milestone in aviation history. The Norge airship's flight from Spitzbergen to Alaska was a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance, as the crew faced numerous challenges, including extreme temperatures, limited visibility, and the need to navigate over unfamiliar terrain. The successful completion of this mission paved the way for further advancements in polar exploration and transportation, demonstrating the potential of air travel in the most inhospitable environments. This photograph, taken at the beginning of this historic journey, serves as a reminder of the courage and determination of those who dared to push the boundaries of human exploration and discovery. The Norge airship's flight over the North Pole remains an enduring symbol of human achievement and a testament to the power of innovation and determination.
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