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Britains luxury cruise liner Canberra sets sail from Southampton with its cargo of
Britains luxury cruise liner Canberra sets sail from Southampton with its cargo of troops heading to the Falkland Islands, prepared for war. Shipyard workers have turned the sun-trap decks into helicopter pads. Windbreaks have been ripped down. But other changes aimed at turning this flagship of the P&O line into a troop-carrier are secret. 9th April 1982
Henbury
Sunday Mirror
Mirrorpix
Southampton
England
DM 82 1891
Media ID 21850327
© Mirrorpix
3 Commando Brigade Argentine British Armed Forces Falklands Falklands Conflict Falklands Crisis Falklands War Invade Invasion Leaving Ocean Liner Southampton Ss Canberra 1982
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the iconic Britannia cruise liner, Canberra. Witness the historic moment as the luxury liner sets sail from Southampton harbor, carrying a cargo of brave troops bound for the Falkland Islands in 1982. Prepare for an emotional journey as you relive this significant moment in history with our high-quality, vivid print from Memory Lane Prints. Perfect for your office, den, or as a thoughtful gift, this poster is a must-have for history enthusiasts and cruise ship admirers alike.
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 59.4cm x 39.4cm (23.4" x 15.5")
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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Steeped in history, this print captures the iconic luxury cruise liner Canberra as it embarks on a momentous journey from Southampton's shores. The year is 1982, and amidst escalating tensions in the Falkland Islands, this majestic vessel has been transformed into a formidable troop-carrier ready for war. As she sets sail with her precious cargo of troops heading towards the South Atlantic conflict zone, one cannot help but marvel at the sheer magnitude of this undertaking. Shipyard workers have meticulously converted the sun-drenched decks into helicopter pads, while windbreaks have been forcefully torn down to accommodate military operations. However, hidden beneath these visible alterations lie secret modifications aimed at enhancing her role as a flagship of P&O line turned war vessel. The atmosphere onboard is undoubtedly charged with anticipation and determination as Britain braces itself for what lies ahead. With 3 Commando Brigade aboard and armed forces prepared for battle, SS Canberra becomes an emblematic symbol of national unity and resilience during these testing times. This photograph encapsulates not only a significant chapter in British history but also showcases the unwavering spirit that defines our nation when faced with adversity. Henbury's expert lens immortalizes this pivotal moment in time when an ocean liner gracefully transforms into a vital instrument of warfare – leaving behind Southampton's harbor bound for destiny amidst turbulent waters.
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