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Poster Print : HMS Cleopatra at Devonport frigate complex, Plymouth, Devon, 1977
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HMS Cleopatra at Devonport frigate complex, Plymouth, Devon, 1977
HMS Cleopatra at Devonport frigate complex, Plymouth, Devon, 1977. The Devonport frigate complex was completed in 1977 and continues to provide a covered refitting facility for frigates and destroyers. In the photograph, HMS Cleopatra (F28) births in the covered dock. The ship was built at Devonport and launched in 1964, joining the Beira Patrol, which prevented oil from reaching landlocked Rhodesia via the then Portuguese colony of Mozambique. The Cleopatra aslo took part in the fleet review for the Queens Silver Jubilee in the year the photograph was taken. By the early 1980s, the frigate was starting to show its age and was decommisioned on 31st January 1982 and was sold for scrap the following year
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1970s Covered Crane Cranes Devon Devonport Dockyard Frigate Michael Michael Walters Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Royal Navy Seventies Shipbuilding Shipyard Walters Naval Dockyard Naval Warfare Refitting
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning Poster Print featuring "HMS Cleopatra at Devonport frigate complex, Plymouth, Devon, 1977" from Heritage Images. This captivating image captures the historical significance of the Devonport frigate complex, completed in 1977, which still serves as a covered refitting facility for frigates today. Add a touch of nostalgia and naval charm to your space with this timeless piece of maritime history.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.6cm x 42.6cm (12" x 16.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the iconic HMS Cleopatra at the Devonport frigate complex in Plymouth, Devon, in 1977. The impressive Devonport frigate complex was just completed that year and served as a covered refitting facility for frigates and destroyers. In this image, the majestic HMS Cleopatra (F28) can be seen berthed in the covered dock. Built at Devonport and launched in 1964, this formidable ship played a crucial role in the Beira Patrol, preventing oil from reaching landlocked Rhodesia through Mozambique. The year this photograph was taken also marked an important event for HMS Cleopatra - it participated in the fleet review held to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's Silver Jubilee. However, by the early 1980s, signs of aging became evident on this valiant frigate. Consequently, on January 31st, 1982, she was decommissioned and sadly sold for scrap the following year. This image not only showcases a significant moment in naval history but also highlights Britain's industrial prowess during that era. The presence of cranes towering above emphasizes the scale of shipbuilding activities taking place at Devonport's naval dockyard. Photographed by Michael Walters from Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd. , this stunning snapshot offers a glimpse into naval warfare and serves as a testament to both British engineering excellence and maritime heritage.
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