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Temporary dam construction on River Dangu
Local workers construct a temporary dam on the River Dangu, Belgian Congo (Zaire). The dam was being constructed in order to create a lake to allow the flying boat Corsair to take off. The Imperial Airways flying boat had made an enforced landing in March 1939, and was at first thought to be unrepairable, and the order given for it to be dismantled. A company engineer from Alexandria thought otherwise, and repairs were made and a first dam constructed. The attempt to take off in June 1939 failed and further damage resulted. Following more repaiirs and the construction of a second dam, the second attempt to take off, in January 1940, was a success and the Corsair arrived in England on January 15th 1940. Date: January 1940
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Airways Belgian Congo Temporary Zaire January
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Discover the captivating history of Belgian Congo with our exclusive "Temporary dam construction on River Dangu" photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online, available now at Media Storehouse. This evocative Rights Managed image transports you back in time as local workers diligently construct a temporary dam on the River Dangu. The dam was an essential engineering feat, created to build a lake that would allow the iconic flying boat Corsair to take off. Each print is meticulously produced using premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail that bring this fascinating moment in history to life. Add this stunning photograph to your collection and relive the past with every glance.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 17.4cm (10" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this historic photograph, local workers are seen constructing a temporary dam on the River Dangu in the Belgian Congo (now Zaire) in January 1940. The dam was being built to create a lake large enough for the Imperial Airways flying boat Corsair to take off. The Corsair had made an enforced landing on the river in March 1939, and was initially believed to be beyond repair. With the order to dismantle the damaged aircraft imminent, a resourceful engineer from Alexandria disagreed and set about repairing the damage. Despite initial setbacks, including a failed takeoff attempt in June 1939 that caused further damage, the team persevered. They constructed a second temporary dam and made additional repairs, and on the second attempt, on January 15, 1940, the Corsair successfully took off from the lake and made it back to England. This remarkable feat of engineering and determination in the heart of Africa allowed the Corsair to continue its vital role in Imperial Airways' transatlantic air service during World War II. The temporary dams were eventually dismantled once the flying boat had safely returned to its home base. This photograph captures a unique moment in aviation history and the ingenuity of the human spirit in overcoming seemingly insurmountable challenges.
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