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Photographic Print : HMS Albion, Britains newest aircraft carrier proceeding down the slipway at Wallsend
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HMS Albion, Britains newest aircraft carrier proceeding down the slipway at Wallsend
HMS Albion, Britains newest aircraft carrier proceeding down the slipway at Wallsend on Tyne after being launched by the wife of the Prime Minister, Mrs. C.A. Attlee.
The Albion will be towed across the river Tyne to Jarrow, where she will stay for nine months before work is started on her completion.
May 1947
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21321049
© Mirrorpix
Aircraft Carrier Launching Navy Shipbuilding
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Bring a piece of maritime history into your home with this stunning photograph from Memory Lane Prints. Witness the moment as HMS Albion, Britain's newest aircraft carrier, makes its way down the slipway at Wallsend for the first time. Captured by Mirrorpix, this image perfectly preserves the pride and excitement of the occasion as the wife of the Prime Minister, Mrs. C.A. Attlee, looks on. Relive this iconic moment with our high-quality Media Storehouse photographic print, a beautiful addition to any room in your home.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.2cm (10" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photograph, we witness a momentous occasion in British naval history. The mighty HMS Albion, Britain's newest aircraft carrier, gracefully glides down the slipway at Wallsend on Tyne after being launched by none other than Mrs. C. A. Attlee, wife of the Prime Minister. It is May 1947, and the atmosphere is electric with excitement as crowds gather to witness this remarkable event. The image captures not only the sheer size and power of the Albion but also showcases the industrious spirit that defined post-war Britain. Surrounding the ship are bustling shipyards filled with workers who have poured their blood, sweat, and tears into its construction. After her launch, this majestic vessel will be towed across the river Tyne to Jarrow where she will remain for nine months before work commences on her completion. This temporary stay symbolizes a period of anticipation and preparation for what lies ahead - a testament to meticulous planning and attention to detail. This photograph from Mirrorpix transports us back in time to an era when military might was paramount and shipbuilding represented national pride. It serves as a reminder of our rich maritime heritage while honoring those who contributed their skills towards building such monumental vessels like HMS Albion.
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