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Metal Print : Anti-nuclear demonstration in Trafalgar Square, London. One placard reads: Scrap Polaris
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Anti-nuclear demonstration in Trafalgar Square, London. One placard reads: Scrap Polaris
Anti-nuclear demonstration in Trafalgar Square, London. One placard reads: Scrap Polaris, Build For Peace. The banner in the lower left belongs to the Hyde Park Diggers, a land ownership campaigning group, with the slogan: Make Love Not War. Date: late 1960s
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Action Activism Activist Activists Anti Banner Build Buses Campaign Campaigning Demo Demonstration Diggers Fountain Hyde Nuclear Opinion Ownership Peace Placard Polaris Protest Protesters Protesting Protestors Scrap Slogan Trafalgar
14"x11" (28x35cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our captivating Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring an iconic image of an anti-nuclear demonstration in Trafalgar Square, London. Witness the power of peaceful protest as thousands rally against the Polaris nuclear program, with the distinctive "Scrap Polaris" placard leading the charge. This historic moment is further enriched by the presence of the Hyde Park Diggers' banner in the lower left corner. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring vibrant colors and sharp details to your space, making this powerful image a conversation starter and a source of inspiration for years to come.
Our Metal Prints feature rounded corners and rear fixings for easy wall mounting. Images are directly printed onto a lightweight, high quality 5mm thick, durable metallic surface for a vivid and vibrant finish. Available in 2 sizes, 28x35cm (14x11) and 50x40cm (20x16). The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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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In this evocative photograph from the late 1960s, a large crowd gathers in Trafalgar Square, London, for an anti-nuclear demonstration. The protesters, a diverse group of young activists, hold up placards expressing their opposition to nuclear weapons and their call for peace. One placard in particular, held aloft by a determined-looking woman, reads "Scrap Polaris, Build For Peace." The Polaris nuclear missile program was a contentious issue at the time, with many arguing that the cost of maintaining the nuclear arsenal could be better spent on social welfare and other pressing needs. The demonstrators in this photograph were part of a broader movement against nuclear weapons and war, which saw mass protests and civil disobedience campaigns taking place across the world. Among the banners in the crowd, one catches the eye: a banner belonging to the Hyde Park Diggers, a campaigning group advocating for land ownership and social justice. Their slogan, "Make Love Not War," encapsulates the spirit of the anti-nuclear movement and the broader countercultural movements of the 1960s. The scene is set against the backdrop of the iconic Trafalgar Square fountain, with red buses and double-decker buses adding a touch of British charm to the image. This photograph is a powerful reminder of a pivotal moment in history, when people came together to demand change and challenge the political status quo. It speaks to the power of grassroots activism and the enduring belief that love and peace are more powerful than war and destruction.
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