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HMS Illustrious Visits London
Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Illustrious proceeds up the River Thames enroute to London for a four day visit in 2008. The QEII suspension bridge between the counties of Essex and Kent can be seen in the background.
HMS Illustrious was visiting the City of London, mooring near the historic Old Royal Naval College at Greenwich. The primary purpose of this visit was to take part in the November ceremonies, including the Lord Mayors parade and Remembrance Sunday
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Media ID 15226904
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Aircraft Carrier Equipment Hms Illustrious Invincible Class Royal Navy Ships
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the grandeur of history with our Media Storehouse Poster Print of HMS Illustrious Visiting London. Witness the iconic moment when the Royal Navy aircraft carrier, HMS Illustrious, sailed up the River Thames en route to London for a memorable four-day visit in 2008. The stunning image captures the ship's impressive stature as it passes beneath the QEII suspension bridge, connecting Essex counties. This high-quality poster print is a must-have for naval history enthusiasts and those who appreciate the beauty and power of maritime engineering. Add an authentic touch to your home or office decor with this captivating piece of British military history.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 52.5cm x 42cm (20.7" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photo print, the majestic HMS Illustrious gracefully sails up the iconic River Thames, marking its four-day visit to London in 2008. The grandeur of this Royal Navy aircraft carrier is beautifully juxtaposed against the backdrop of the QEII suspension bridge, connecting Essex and Kent counties. Mooring near the historic Old Royal Naval College at Greenwich, HMS Illustrious proudly represented the City of London during its stay. This visit held significant importance as it coincided with November ceremonies such as the renowned Lord Mayor's parade and Remembrance Sunday. As one gazes upon this image, a sense of awe washes over them. The sheer size and power exuded by HMS Illustrious symbolize both strength and protection that lie at the core of our armed forces. With its sleek design and state-of-the-art equipment on board, this Invincible-class aircraft carrier stands tall as a testament to British naval prowess. Let us not forget that behind every vessel like HMS Illustrious are countless brave men and women who dedicate their lives to safeguarding our nation's interests. Their unwavering commitment shines through in moments like these when they come together for commemorative events or simply docked alongside historical landmarks. This print serves as a reminder of our military's dedication and sacrifice while capturing an extraordinary moment where history meets modernity on London's illustrious riverfront.
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