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Antique Framed Print : UK General Election 1970. Campaign posters at High Cross, Newport, Wales
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UK General Election 1970. Campaign posters at High Cross, Newport, Wales
UK General Election 1970. Campaign posters at High Cross, Newport, Wales, shows one set of neighbours suffering from a split vote ahead of General Election (18th), pictured 16th June 1970
Western Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Wales
WME_19700616
Media ID 21753135
© Mirrorpix
Advertising Billboard Billboards Campaign Campaigning Campaigns Election Elections General Hoarding Hoardings Labour Party Posters Slogan Slogans 1970
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
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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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UK General Election 1970 - A Snapshot of Political Divide in Newport, Wales
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. This print from the Western Mail Archive takes us back to the UK General Election of 1970. The image captures a scene at High Cross in Newport, Wales, where campaign posters adorn billboards and hoardings, creating a vibrant display of political fervor. What makes this photograph particularly intriguing is the evident split vote among neighboring residents. As they stand side by side, their chosen party slogans proudly displayed on their respective properties, it becomes clear that even within close-knit communities like this one, political allegiances can vary greatly. The Labour Party's slogan "Labour Will" dominates one billboard while another neighbor boldly declares "So Emigrate Now". This stark contrast highlights the heated debates and differing opinions surrounding key issues during this election season. As we delve into the past through these memory-laden prints, we are reminded of the significance of elections as pivotal moments in shaping our nation's future. It serves as a reminder that democracy thrives on diversity and debate – even amongst neighbors who may find themselves divided by ideology. Let this snapshot transport you back to an era when politics ignited passions and inspired action. Reflect upon how far we have come since then and consider how these historic campaigns continue to shape our present-day political landscape.
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