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Greetings Card : Sir Henry Segrave circa 1927 in his motor boat Miss England (On 29 March 1927
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Sir Henry Segrave circa 1927 in his motor boat Miss England (On 29 March 1927
Sir Henry Segrave circa 1927 in his motor boat Miss England
(On 29 March 1927, Segrave was the first man to attain a speed of over 200 mph. He took his double engined Sunbeam (1000 hp) to Daytona Beach and he re-established the world speed record on land: 203.79 mph (327.90 kph). His fastest run in one direction attained a speed of over 207 mph)
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mirrorpix
Hertfordshire
United Kingdom
WA*2326295
Media ID 21527882
© Mirrorpix
Bizarre Motor Boat Record Breakers Weird
Greetings Card (A5)
Step back in time with our exclusive Sir Henry Segrave greeting cards from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, taken circa 1927, showcases the legendary British racing driver and speed record holder in his iconic motor boat, Miss England. On March 29, 1927, Segrave made history as the first person to surpass the 200 mph mark on water. Add a touch of vintage charm to your correspondence with these unique, beautifully printed cards. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or just to brighten someone's day. Impress your loved ones with a piece of history, straight from the Memory Lane Prints archive.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 14.5cm (8.3" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
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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Sir Henry Segrave - A Trailblazer on Land and Water
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures the legendary Sir Henry Segrave in his motor boat, Miss England, circa 1927. Known for his audacious spirit and relentless pursuit of speed records, Segrave made history on March 29th, 1927. It was on this fateful day that he became the first man to shatter the elusive barrier of 200 mph. Taking to Daytona Beach with his double-engined Sunbeam boasting an impressive 1000 horsepower, Segrave fearlessly pushed himself and his machine to their limits. With sheer determination coursing through his veins, he re-established the world speed record on land by reaching a mind-boggling velocity of 203.79 mph (327.90 kph). In fact, during one exhilarating run in a single direction, he even surpassed speeds exceeding an astonishing 207 mph. The image itself exudes the essence of the roaring twenties - a decade defined by its daring exploits and unconventional charm. The sight of Sir Henry Segrave navigating these powerful waters in such an unusual vessel is truly mesmerizing; it stands as a testament to both human ingenuity and our unyielding desire for progress. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph from Memory Lane Prints, we are reminded not only of Sir Henry's extraordinary achievements but also of our own capacity to defy expectations and push beyond perceived limitations.
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