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Photographic Print : A flying saucer was seen at Cardington formerly the Royal Airship Works, Beds
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A flying saucer was seen at Cardington formerly the Royal Airship Works, Beds
A flying saucer was seen at Cardington formerly the Royal Airship Works, Beds. with a thirty ft. diameter the Prototype of what will be the WorldIs biggest flying machine is being built in the R100 Airship hanger. April 1975
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21363586
© Mirrorpix
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Step back in time with our vintage photograph from Mirrorpix, part of the Memory Lane Prints collection. Witness the intrigue and excitement of the past with this captivating image of a reported flying saucer sighting at the historic Cardington, formerly the Royal Airship Works in Bedfordshire. The image, taken in the 1950s, captures the 30ft. mysteriously large object under construction, which was believed to be the prototype of the world's biggest flying machine - the R100. Add this unique and intriguing photograph to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home.
High-quality poster prints are available in a range of sizes and are printed on 270 gsm semi-glossy silk finish poster paper. An affordable option for decorating any space, they are perfect for fixing straight onto walls. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 37.5cm x 25cm (14.8" x 9.8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to April 1975, where an extraordinary sight unfolded at Cardington, formerly known as the Royal Airship Works in Bedfordshire. Standing tall within the R100 Airship hangar is a prototype that would soon become the world's largest flying machine - a flying saucer with an impressive thirty-foot diameter. The image captures both the awe and curiosity surrounding this groundbreaking engineering feat. As engineers meticulously work on this unconventional aircraft, one can't help but wonder about its potential capabilities and what lies ahead for aviation. The juxtaposition of the airship hangar against the backdrop of this peculiar craft adds to its mystique. The sheer size of the hangar emphasizes just how monumental this project truly is. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of pushing boundaries beyond conventional means. While it's impossible not to associate such a unique creation with extraterrestrial possibilities, let us focus solely on celebrating human achievement in aviation rather than entertaining notions of alien encounters. This photograph encapsulates innovation, ambition, and progress in transportation during an era defined by technological advancements. As we gaze upon this remarkable snapshot from Memory Lane Prints, we are reminded that sometimes reality can be stranger than fiction – even without commercial implications or mention of any specific company involved.
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