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Antique Framed Print : York Cold War Bunker N070184
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York Cold War Bunker N070184
YORK COLD WAR BUNKER, North Yorkshire. Interior view of the Operations Room showing maps and charts ready for use
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Media ID 5062831
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14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.3cm (9.6" x 6.8")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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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This print by Bob Skingle takes us back in time to the heart of the York Cold War Bunker, located in North Yorkshire. Stepping into this underground fortress, we are immediately transported to an era filled with tension and uncertainty.
The image showcases the interior view of the Operations Room, where maps and charts adorn every available surface. These meticulously prepared tools stand as a testament to the meticulous planning and strategic thinking that took place within these walls. Each map represents a potential threat or scenario that required careful analysis and response.
As we gaze at this snapshot frozen in time, it is impossible not to feel a sense of awe mixed with trepidation. The bunker's purpose was clear - it served as a nerve center during one of history's most intense periods: the Cold War. It was here that dedicated men and women worked tirelessly day and night, ready to defend against any possible attack.
The dimly lit room exudes an atmosphere of anticipation; one can almost hear hushed conversations echoing through its corridors. This photograph captures not only the physical space but also hints at the palpable tension that must have permeated every inch of this hidden sanctuary.
Bob Skingle's expert composition allows us to appreciate both the historical significance and architectural details of this remarkable site. Through his lens, we gain insight into an era defined by geopolitical tensions while marveling at how humans adapt their surroundings for survival.
In preserving moments like these through photography, we honor our past while ensuring future generations understand both our triumphs and fears during times when peace hung precariously on a delicate thread.
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