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Poster Print : Nuns on motorbikes in Ardrossan in Scotland, 30th April 1971
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Nuns on motorbikes in Ardrossan in Scotland, 30th April 1971
Nuns on motorbikes in Ardrossan in Scotland, 30th April 1971.
Heavens answer to Hells Angels roars along the seaside promenade, Sisters of Misericorde, Sister Anne-Marie (left), Sister Anne and Sister Peter Patrick travel more than 100 miles a week on their motorbikes, visiting sick and elderly people in and around Ardrossan, Scotland
Daily Record
Mirrorpix
Scotland
L6169
Media ID 21663571
© Mirrorpix
Bikes Christianity Crucifix Habit Motorbike Motorbikes Motors Nuns
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with this captivating print from the Media Storehouse's Memory Lane Prints collection. Witness the unexpected sight of Nuns on motorbikes as they cruised through the seaside town of Ardrossan, Scotland, on April 30, 1971. The Sisters of Misericorde, led by Sister Anne-Marie, defied conventions and turned heads with their daring ride along the promenade. This vintage photograph from the Daily Record adds a unique touch to any space, bringing a story of courage, surprise, and nostalgia to your home or office decor.
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 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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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the 30th of April in 1971, where an extraordinary sight unfolds on the streets of Ardrossan in Scotland. A group of fearless nuns astride their motorbikes, known as the Sisters of Misericorde, grace us with their presence and prove that even heaven has its own answer to Hells Angels. The image captures Sister Anne-Marie leading the pack with Sister Anne and Sister Peter Patrick by her side. Dressed in their traditional habits adorned with crucifixes, these devoted sisters embark on a remarkable mission every week - traveling over 100 miles to visit sick and elderly individuals in and around Ardrossan. As they rev up their engines along the picturesque seaside promenade, one cannot help but marvel at this unique blend of spirituality and adventure. The juxtaposition between their holy calling and the roaring motors beneath them is both awe-inspiring and thought-provoking. This photograph serves as a testament to the power of faith transcending boundaries. It reminds us that religious devotion can manifest itself in unexpected ways, breaking stereotypes while spreading love and compassion throughout communities. Daily Record's timeless capture immortalizes these courageous nuns who fearlessly navigate life's twists and turns on two wheels. Their unwavering dedication to serving others is an inspiration for all who encounter this remarkable image from Scotland's past.
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