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A Boeing 377-10-28 Stratocruiser G-ALSD Cassiopeia of BOA
A Boeing 377-10-28 Stratocruiser, G-ALSD, Cassiopeia, of BOAC at the 1954 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at London Airport. Date: 1954
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1954 Airport Boac Boeing Cassiopeia Stratocruiser
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 15cm x 10.6cm (5.9" x 4.2")
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 showcases the elegance and grandeur of aviation history with the iconic Boeing 377-10-28 Stratocruiser, G-ALSD, affectionately named Cassiopeia, of the British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC), gracing the 1954 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at London Airport. The year was 1954, and the aviation industry was on the brink of a new era. The Boeing Stratocruiser, a long-range, pressurized, and luxurious transport aircraft, was a marvel of its time. Its sleek design and innovative features, such as a double-decker cabin, captivated the public and set new standards for air travel. The plane in this image, G-ALSD, was a proud addition to BOAC's fleet, and its presence at the Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party was a testament to its significance in the aviation world. The garden party, held at London Airport, was an annual event that brought together aviation enthusiasts, industry professionals, and dignitaries. The event provided an opportunity to celebrate the latest advancements in aviation technology and to pay homage to the pioneers who made it all possible. The Boeing Stratocruiser, with its distinctive silhouette and impressive capabilities, was a fitting centerpiece for such an occasion. As the guests gathered around G-ALSD, they marveled at its spacious cabin, luxurious amenities, and advanced engineering. The Stratocruiser represented the pinnacle of air travel in the 1950s, and its presence at the garden party was a reminder of the exciting possibilities that lay ahead for the aviation industry. This photograph, taken at the 1954 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party, captures a moment in time when aviation history was being made.
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