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A Martin P5M-1 Marlin is refuelled on the open sea
A Martin P5M-1 Marlin is refuelled on the open sea by a moving submarine, the USS Guavina. 1955. Date: 1955
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Media ID 9903485
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1955 Marlin Martin Moving Refuelled Submarine
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of high-quality poster prints, featuring the iconic image "A Martin P5M-1 Marlin is refuelled on the open sea" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating photograph, dated 1955, showcases a Martin P5M-1 Marlin receiving fuel from a moving submarine, the USS Guavina, on the vast open sea. Add an element of history and adventure to any space with this stunning and intriguing image. Our poster prints are made using premium materials and printing techniques, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the image to life. Bring home a piece of history with this unique and captivating poster print.
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.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 51cm x 42cm (20.1" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this historic photograph from 1955, an A Martin P5M-1 Marlin maritime patrol aircraft receives fuel from a moving submarine, the USS Guavina, on the open sea. This groundbreaking event marked a significant achievement in aviation and naval history, as it demonstrated the capability of mid-air refueling at sea using a submarine. The A Martin P5M-1 Marlin, a versatile and advanced maritime patrol aircraft produced by the Martin Marietta Corporation, was widely used by the United States Navy for anti-submarine warfare, search and rescue missions, and reconnaissance. Its long range and endurance made it an essential asset for patrols over vast expanses of water. The USS Guavina, a Tench-class submarine, played a crucial role in this innovative refueling operation. By moving alongside the Marlin and extending a refueling hose, the submarine was able to transfer fuel to the aircraft in flight, extending its operational capabilities and range. This method of refueling at sea offered numerous advantages, including the ability to maintain aircraft readiness and availability without the need for surface vessels or land bases. This photograph captures a moment in time when the boundaries of aviation and naval technology were pushed, leading to new possibilities and advancements in military capabilities. The successful refueling of an aircraft from a moving submarine on the open sea represented a significant milestone in the history of both aviation and naval warfare.
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