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The icebreakers Baikal and Angara
The icebreakers Baikal and Angara in dock on Lake Baikal. Date: circa 1902
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Angara Baikal Dock Siberia Siberian 1902 Icebreakers
Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Discover the captivating world of Lake Baikal with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. Featuring the stunning image of "The icebreakers Baikal and Angara" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this puzzle transports you to a bygone era as you piece together the intricate details of these historic icebreakers docked on the shores of the world's deepest freshwater lake. Immerse yourself in the beauty and history of Lake Baikal with this challenging and rewarding puzzle experience.
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
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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.
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This photograph, taken circa 1902, depicts the icebreakers Baikal and Angara peacefully docked on the shores of Lake Baikal in Russia. The image transports us back in time to the early 20th century, when these mighty vessels played a crucial role in navigating the harsh Siberian winters. Lake Baikal, the deepest freshwater lake in the world, is located in Eastern Siberia and is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. The extreme climate made it a formidable challenge for mariners to traverse its icy waters. The Russian government recognized the need for icebreakers to ensure the transportation of essential supplies and resources to remote settlements along the lake's shores. The Baikal and Angara were two of the most iconic icebreakers that served on Lake Baikal during this era. The Baikal, with its distinctive red hull and tall smokestacks, was the larger of the two, measuring 52 meters in length and capable of breaking through ice up to 1 meter thick. The Angara, on the other hand, was a more compact vessel, designed for navigating the narrower waterways and shallower areas of the lake. Despite their impressive size and power, these icebreakers were not just symbols of Russian engineering prowess but also essential lifelines for the people living in the Siberian wilderness. They enabled the transportation of goods, facilitated communication between isolated communities, and provided a vital link to the outside world. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, when the icebreakers Baikal and Angara ruled the icy waters of Lake Baikal, braving the elements to ensure the survival and connectivity of the people of Siberia.
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