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Framed Print : Skopelos Sky shipwreck at Port Isaac, Cornwall. 15th December 1979
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Skopelos Sky shipwreck at Port Isaac, Cornwall. 15th December 1979
The wreck of the Greek Skopelos Sky cargo vessel which ran aground at Hells Mouth, Port Isaac in December 1979 during hurricane force winds. Rescue of the ships crew by Padstow Lifeboat proved impossible and all men aboard were rescued by helicopter. Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) records state: Silver Second-Service Clasp awarded to Coxswain Trevor England in recognition of his courage
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TRURI : 2017.5.30
Media ID 13787437
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Cliffs Institution National Rescue Rocks Royal Shipwreck Lifeboat Trevose
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring the historic maritime tale of the Skopelos Sky to your home with our stunning Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from the Royal Cornwall Museum, showcases the wreckage of the Greek cargo vessel that ran aground at Hells Mouth, Port Isaac on the 15th of December 1979 during hurricane force winds. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve its authenticity and add a touch of nautical history to your living space. Experience the thrill of the past with this unique piece of coastal heritage.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). 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 25.8cm x 39.6cm (10.2" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Skopelos Sky - A Tale of Courage and Peril in the Cornish Waters
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures a defining moment in maritime history - the shipwreck of the Greek cargo vessel, Skopelos Sky, at Port Isaac on a fateful day, 15th December 1979. As hurricane force winds battered the coast, this ill-fated vessel found itself at the mercy of treacherous cliffs and rocks. In a valiant attempt to rescue the crew aboard, Padstow Lifeboat braved these unforgiving waters. However, faced with insurmountable challenges, their efforts proved impossible. It was then that courage soared above all else as helicopters swooped in to save every single man from certain peril. The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) records bear testament to this extraordinary event. Coxswain Trevor England's unwavering bravery earned him the prestigious Silver Second-Service Clasp for his exceptional display of courage amidst such harrowing circumstances. This photograph not only immortalizes an unforgettable shipwreck but also serves as a reminder of humanity's resilience when faced with nature's wrath. The jagged cliffs and formidable rocks stand as silent witnesses to both tragedy and triumph on Cornwall's rugged coastline. Displayed within the hallowed halls of Royal Cornwall Museum, this image transports viewers back to that tumultuous day when lives hung by a thread. It stands as an enduring tribute to those who risked everything in service of others and honors our
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