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Poster Print : The first all female crew to sail around the world, skippered by 27 year old Tracy
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The first all female crew to sail around the world, skippered by 27 year old Tracy
The first all female crew to sail around the world, skippered by 27 year old Tracy Edwards, return home to Britain on their yacht " Maiden" as it was escorted by small boats through buoys at Southampton.
The crew were away for nine months as they took part in the Whitbread Round the World Yacht Race, finishing second in its class and winning two out of six individual legs of the race.
Picture shows: Crew member re-united with family after returning home.
28th May 1990
Roger Allen
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Southampton
Hampshire
England
DM 90 3382
Media ID 21923539
© Mirrorpix
Achievement Female Historic Sailing Success Victorious Yachting 1990 Competitions
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the historic moment with our Media Storehouse Poster Print of Tracy Edwards and the first all-female crew to sail around the world. At just 27 years old, Edwards led her team on the iconic yacht "Maiden" as they returned home to Britain, making headlines around the world. This inspiring image, captured by renowned photographer Roger Allen from Memory Lane Prints, is a must-have for any inspiring sailor or history enthusiast's collection. Bring this piece of maritime history into your home and be inspired by the determination and courage of these trailblazing women.
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 39.6cm (23.4" x 15.6")
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 photo print, we witness a historic moment that shattered barriers and defied expectations. The image captures the triumphant return of the first all-female crew to sail around the world, led by the remarkable 27-year-old Tracy Edwards. As their yacht "Maiden" sails into Southampton, it is escorted by a fleet of small boats through buoy-laden waters, symbolizing the immense support and admiration they garnered throughout their incredible journey. After spending nine months away from home participating in the prestigious Whitbread Round the World Yacht Race, this courageous crew achieved an extraordinary feat. Not only did they finish second in their class but also emerged victorious in two out of six individual legs of the race. Their unwavering determination and skillful navigation propelled them to success against all odds. Within this heartwarming scene lies another touching moment: a crew member joyfully reuniting with her family after such a long absence at sea. This emotional embrace encapsulates not only personal triumph but also represents a collective victory for women worldwide who dared to challenge societal norms and excel in traditionally male-dominated fields. This photograph serves as an enduring testament to human achievement, celebrating these trailblazing women who etched their names into history books while inspiring generations to come. It stands as a reminder that dreams know no boundaries when courageously pursued, leaving an indelible mark on our collective memory from its capture on May 28th, 1990.
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