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Photographic Print : The airship Graf Zepplin over London, August 1931 (1936)
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The airship Graf Zepplin over London, August 1931 (1936)
The airship Graf Zepplin over London, August 1931 (1936). Built in 1928, the rigid airship Graf Zeppelin was 235 m (772 ft) long and had a gas capacity of 105, 055, 490 liters (3, 710, 000 cu ft). In its nine years of service, it crossed the Atlantic 139 times and flew around the world once. From His Majesty the King, 1910-1935, introduction by HW Wilson (Associated Newspapers Ltd, London, 1936)
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Aerial View Air Transport Airship Balloon Count Ferdinand Von Count Ferdinand Von Zeppelin Dirigible Ferdinand Ferdinand Von Flight Graf Von Zeppelin Graf Zeppelin Hw Wilson St Pauls Cathedral Thames Wilson Zeppelin
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our vintage photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. Witness the historic moment as the iconic Graf Zeppelin airship graces the skies above London in August 1931. Captured in this stunning image by H.W. Wilson, the magnificent airship, led by its renowned commander, Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin, dominates the horizon. With a length of 772 ft and a gas capacity of over 3.7 million cubic feet, the Graf Zeppelin was a marvel of engineering and innovation. Add this captivating piece of history to your home or office décor.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a historic moment in air travel - the majestic airship Graf Zeppelin soaring over London in August 1931. Built in 1928, this rigid airship was an engineering marvel, measuring a staggering 235 meters (772 feet) long and boasting a gas capacity of over 105 million liters (3.7 million cubic feet). During its nine years of service, the Graf Zeppelin completed an impressive total of 139 Atlantic crossings and even circumnavigated the globe once. This remarkable achievement made it a symbol of technological advancement and human ingenuity during the early 20th century. In this aerial view, we see the iconic silhouette of St. Paul's Cathedral standing proudly amidst the bustling cityscape along the River Thames. The juxtaposition between modern air transport and traditional religious architecture highlights both progress and continuity. The image evokes a sense of wonder as we witness this airborne behemoth gracefully floating above one of Europe's most vibrant cities. It serves as a testament to mankind's relentless pursuit of exploration and adventure. Preserved through time by HW Wilson, Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin himself is credited for bringing his visionary creation to life. As we gaze upon this monochrome masterpiece from Heritage Images, we are reminded not only of its historical significance but also our boundless potential to conquer new frontiers in transportation and beyond.
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