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Australian officers and sailors on a visit to Swindon Works, 1945
Officers and sailors from H.M.A.S Australia on a visit to Swindon Works on July 13th 1945 whilst their ship was docked at Plymouth awaiting repairs. Their ship was heavily involved in the war effort throughout South East Asia until she was forced to withdraw for repairs in early 1945. She arrived at Plymouth on July 2nd 1945 for a major refit and remained there until December of that year. With up to 6 months in port while their ship was undergoing repair the group of Australian soldiers, pictured here continuing their tour around Swindon Works, presumably had plenty of time to tour sites of interest around Britain. The impressive building in the background of this image is the Pattern Store which housed the GWRs thousands of component patterns
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 19938939
20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Canvas Print featuring "Australian Officers and Sailors at Swindon Works, 1945" from the STEAM Museum of the GWR. This captivating image showcases a historic moment as officers and sailors from H.M.A.S. Australia paid a visit to Swindon Works on July 13th, 1945. Their ship was docked at Plymouth for repairs, and this photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past. The high-quality canvas print brings the vibrant details and authentic colors of this remarkable scene to life, making it a stunning addition to any home or office decor. Preserve this piece of history and relive the stories of the past with every glance.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 captures a momentous visit by Australian officers and sailors to Swindon Works in 1945. Hailing from the H. M. A. S Australia, these brave men found themselves docked at Plymouth for much-needed repairs after their ship played a crucial role in the war effort across South East Asia. Arriving on July 2nd, they eagerly explored the wonders of Swindon Works on July 13th while their vessel underwent an extensive refit that would last until December. With up to six months in port, these Australian soldiers had ample time to immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of Britain. As depicted in this image, they embarked on a tour around Swindon Works, undoubtedly marveling at its impressive architecture. The grand edifice standing tall behind them is none other than the Pattern Store - home to thousands of component patterns belonging to GWR (Great Western Railway). In this snapshot frozen in time, we glimpse not only the camaraderie shared among these servicemen but also their unwavering spirit amidst adversity. Their visit serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during World War II and highlights the global impact of conflict.
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