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Framed Print : World War II Ocean liner Queen Mary returns to Southampton
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World War II Ocean liner Queen Mary returns to Southampton
World War II vintage photograph - Ocean liner Queen Mary returns to Southampton at the end of the war having beeen used as a troop ship
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Media ID 23419178
© Mary Evans / Pump Park Photography
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14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of the Queen Mary Ocean Liner returning to Southampton at the end of World War II. This vintage photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, beautifully captures the historical significance of this moment. The Queen Mary, which had been repurposed as a troop ship during the war, proudly sails into the harbor, symbolizing the end of a long and arduous conflict. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this evocative and intriguing Framed Print.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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 18.5cm (9.6" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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 vintage photograph captures the iconic ocean liner Queen Mary as she returns to Southampton, Britain, at the end of World War II. The Queen Mary, a symbol of luxury and elegance during the interwar period, was pressed into service as a troop ship during the global conflict, transporting soldiers from the United States, Britain, France, Russia, and other Allied nations to the European theater. The image shows the massive vessel, adorned with the flags of the victorious Allied powers, docking at the pier with a backdrop of the bustling harbor and the city skyline. Soldiers disembark, their uniforms and weary expressions a testament to the long and arduous journey they had undertaken. The defeat of Germany and Japan marked the end of a dark era in world history, and the return of the Queen Mary to her home port signaled the beginning of a new chapter. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the role that ocean liners played in the transportation of troops and the eventual victory of the Allied forces. The image also speaks to the resilience of human spirit and the enduring allure of the sea as a means of travel and transportation.
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