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Prince Philip lays Dreadnoughts Keel. The Duke of Edinburgh lays the keel of
Prince Philip lays Dreadnoughts Keel. The Duke of Edinburgh lays the keel of Britains first nuclear powered submarine, Dreadnought, at Vickers Armstrongs yard at Barrow-in-Furness. 12th June 1959
Ashurst
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Barrow-in-Furness
England
DM RL4510
Media ID 21845169
© Mirrorpix
1959 Barrow Ceremony Cumbria Royal Navy Shipbuilding Barrow In Furness
Greetings Card Large (A4)
Step back in time with our exclusive Prince Philip collection from Media Storehouse. This beautiful greeting card features a historic moment captured in time: The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, laying the keel of HMS Dreadnought, the UK's first nuclear-powered submarine, on 12th June 1959 at Vickers Armstrongs yard in Barrow-in-Furness. Relive this significant maritime milestone with this evocative, high-quality print from Memory Lane Prints. Perfect for naval history enthusiasts or as a thoughtful gift for someone who appreciates the rich heritage of the Royal Navy.
Create your own large greetings card. Size when folded is A4 (21x30cm or 8.3x11.7 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 29.7cm (8.3" x 11.7")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 29.7cm (16.5" x 11.7")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we witness a momentous occasion as Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, lays the keel of Britain's first nuclear powered submarine, Dreadnought. The year is 1959, and the setting is Vickers Armstrongs yard at Barrow-in-Furness in Cumbria. This historic ceremony marks a significant milestone in shipbuilding history. The image captures the essence of royalty and naval prowess combined. Prince Philip stands tall and dignified amidst a crowd of onlookers, his presence commanding attention as he performs this symbolic act. His role in laying the keel signifies not only his dedication to serving his country but also his support for technological advancements that would shape future naval capabilities. Barrow-in-Furness serves as an ideal backdrop for such an event with its rich shipbuilding heritage. The town has long been associated with maritime excellence, making it fitting for this groundbreaking project to take place here. As we delve into this photograph by Ashurst from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to a time when Britain was at the forefront of innovation and engineering marvels. It reminds us of our nation's proud history and showcases how even members of royalty played their part in shaping our collective destiny. This print encapsulates both grandeur and progress—a testament to British ingenuity that continues to inspire generations today.
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