Jigsaw Puzzle : Group photo, HMT Buccaneer, Scapa Flow, WW2
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Group photo, HMT Buccaneer, Scapa Flow, WW2
Group photo on board HMT Buccaneer, Scapa Flow, WW2.
1943
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Media ID 14385429
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Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring a historic group photo on board the HMT Buccaneer at Scapa Flow during World War II. This intriguing puzzle, sourced from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a thrilling journey into the past as you piece together this evocative image from 1943. Connect with history and immerse yourself in the story of the brave men and women who served during this pivotal period. With meticulously crafted pieces and vibrant print quality, our jigsaw puzzles provide hours of engaging entertainment for all ages. Experience the joy of discovery and the satisfaction of completing a puzzle that brings history to life in your own home.
400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 47.2cm x 31.5cm (18.6" x 12.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative group photograph captures the camaraderie and spirit of the crew members aboard the HMT Buccaneer during World War II. Taken in 1943 at Scapa Flow, a major naval base in the Orkney Islands of Scotland, the image showcases a diverse group of men from the Women's Royal Naval Service (WRNS) and the Royal Navy, all dressed in their uniforms and gathered on the deck of the ship. The HMT Buccaneer was a British transport ship that played a crucial role in the war effort, transporting troops, supplies, and equipment across the Atlantic Ocean. The image of the ship at anchor in the tranquil waters of Scapa Flow, surrounded by other naval vessels, serves as a poignant reminder of the pivotal role that the Royal Navy and its auxiliaries played in the defense of the United Kingdom during the 1940s. The men and women in the photograph exude a sense of determination and resilience, their faces reflecting the challenges and hardships they faced during the war. The image is a valuable addition to any personal album or collection of World War II memorabilia, offering a unique glimpse into the daily life of the crew aboard a British transport ship during this turbulent time in history. The photograph is a testament to the bravery and sacrifice of the men and women who served in the Royal Navy and the Women's Royal Naval Service during World War II. It is a poignant reminder of the important role that the British Navy played in the defense of the United Kingdom and the Allied Powers during the war years, and a tribute to the indomitable spirit of those who served aboard the HMT Buccaneer and other ships like it.
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