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Some of the 72 members of the British Olympic Team, who arrived back from the Melbourne
Some of the 72 members of the British Olympic Team, who arrived back from the Melbourne Games into London Airport on December 9. Date: 1956
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1956 Airport Arrival Arrived Australian Bags Boeing Gathering Landed Melbourne Members Olympic Olympics Sportsmen Sportswomen Uniforms December Games
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Relive the historic moment of the British Olympic Team's triumphant return from the Melbourne Games with our exclusive range of poster prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring an iconic image of 72 team members, captured upon their arrival at London Airport on December 9, 1956, these prints are a must-have for any sports enthusiast or history buff. Rights managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, each print boasts superior quality and vibrant colors, making it a stunning addition to your home or office décor. Order yours today and be a part of Olympic history!
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Estimated Product Size is 42.6cm x 30.6cm (16.8" x 12")
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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1. Title: "Welcome Home, Heroes: The British Olympic Team's Triumphant Arrival from the Melbourne Games, 1956" In this evocative photograph, some of the 72 proud members of the British Olympic Team are seen disembarking from a Boeing aircraft at London Airport on December 9, 1956, following their successful participation in the Melbourne Games in Australia. The athletes, a mix of sportsmen and sportswomen, are dressed in their official team uniforms, their faces radiant with the joy and accomplishment of representing their country on the international stage. Their bags and equipment, scattered around them, serve as a testament to their grueling journey back home. The team's arrival marked the end of an incredible two-week competition, where they managed to secure a total of 23 medals, including 9 golds. The Australian Games, held from November 22 to December 8, 1956, were a significant moment in Olympic history, with the Soviet Union boycotting the event due to political tensions. The group, gathered around the aircraft's stairs, exudes a sense of unity and camaraderie, their smiles reflecting the pride and relief of having completed their mission. The backdrop of the London Airport, with its modern architecture and the bustle of activity, underscores the significance of their achievement and the homecoming they are now experiencing. This photograph captures a moment of triumph and jubilation, encapsulating the spirit of the Olympic Games and the indomitable human spirit.
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