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Antique Framed Print : London: Posing outside No 1 Carlton Gardens, London residence of the Defence Minister
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London: Posing outside No 1 Carlton Gardens, London residence of the Defence Minister
London: Posing outside No 1 Carlton Gardens, London residence of the Defence Minister, Lord Alexander, are (from left): Admiral Sir Rhoderick McGrigor, first Sea Lord; Field-Marshal Sir William Slim, Chief of the Imperial General Staff; Lord Alexander; General Ridgway, Supreme Commander Allied Forces in Europe; and Air Marshal Sir John Slessor, Chief of the Air staff.
Earlier the party had lunch with Lord Alexander.
General Ridgeway arrived in London today on a two day visit.
9 July 1952
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Media ID 10988380
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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 18.8cm (9.6" x 7.4")
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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In this historic photo print, taken on July 9,1952, we see a distinguished group of military leaders posing outside No 1 Carlton Gardens in London. This grand residence served as the official home of the Defence Minister at that time, Lord Alexander. Standing from left to right are Admiral Sir Rhoderick McGrigor, first Sea Lord; Field-Marshal Sir William Slim, Chief of the Imperial General Staff; Lord Alexander himself; General Ridgway, Supreme Commander Allied Forces in Europe; and Air Marshal Sir John Slessor, Chief of the Air staff. Earlier that day, this esteemed gathering enjoyed a lunch with Lord Alexander within these very walls. The occasion marked an important visit by General Ridgeway to London for a two-day stay. This image captures not only the camaraderie among these high-ranking military figures but also their shared commitment to international cooperation and defense strategies during a crucial period in history. It serves as a testament to their dedication and leadership roles within their respective branches of service. Preserved by TopFoto for posterity's sake, this photograph offers us a glimpse into an era when global alliances were being forged amidst political uncertainties and post-war challenges. It is both an intriguing historical artifact and a reminder of the pivotal role played by these individuals in shaping our world's future security landscape.
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