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Welsh rugby team arriving back at Heathrow from Australia
Welsh rugby team arriving back at Heathrow from Australia.
Alun Donovan in a wheelchair.
20th June 1978
Victor Crawshaw
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21460809
© Mirrorpix
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the thrill of victory with our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring the iconic image of the Welsh rugby team's triumphant return from Australia in 1978. Captured by renowned photographer Victor Crawshaw through Memory Lane Prints, this historic moment is immortalized as Alun Wyn Jones, in his wheelchair, leads his team off the plane at Heathrow Airport. Bring the excitement of the tournament into your home or office and relive the memories with this stunning 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 42cm x 45.8cm (16.5" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print captured by Victor Crawshaw, we are transported back to the 20th of June in 1978. The image showcases the triumphant return of the Welsh rugby team at Heathrow Airport after their arduous journey from Australia. As they step foot on home soil, a remarkable sight catches our attention - Alun Donovan, one of Wales' esteemed players, is seen seated in a wheelchair. This poignant moment serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by these athletes for their beloved sport. Despite facing an injury that may have hindered his mobility temporarily, Donovan's unwavering spirit and determination shine through. His presence amidst his teammates symbolizes unity and resilience within the Welsh rugby community. The photograph not only captures a significant sporting event but also offers us glimpses into the transport and travel norms prevalent during that era. It transports us back to a time when air travel was still considered somewhat glamorous and exciting. Victor Crawshaw's exceptional talent behind the lens allows us to relive this historic moment with vivid clarity. Through this snapshot frozen in time, we can feel the anticipation and excitement radiating from both players and fans alike as they welcome their heroes home. As we delve into this nostalgic piece from Memory Lane Prints, it reminds us of how sports can unite nations while showcasing extraordinary human strength even in challenging circumstances.
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