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The Gun Control Room, Britain; Second World War, 1944
Illustration showing the interior of the Gun Control Room, the headquarters of Londons anti-aircraft defences during the Second World War, 1944. Information regarding the movement of enemy airplanes was sent to this room and plotted on the maps on the left of the image. Then the senior staff (on the right) could co-ordinate Londons anti-aircraft defence. This sketch was drawn by Captain Bryan de Grineau, the ILN special artist, during a visit to the Gun Control Room in 1944
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1944 Air Craft Air Planes Anti Bryan Control Defence Defences Drawn Enemy Grineau Head Quarters In Formation Londons Maps Movement Plotted Senior Special Staff
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 25.1cm (15.6" x 9.9")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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
This illustration offers a glimpse into the heart of London's anti-aircraft defenses during the Second World War, as depicted in a sketch made by Captain Bryan de Grineau in 1944 for the Illustrated London News (ILN). The Gun Control Room, shown here, served as the headquarters for coordinating the city's air defense efforts against enemy aircraft. On the left side of the room, information regarding the movement of incoming airplanes was received and plotted on maps. The senior staff, gathered on the right side, would use this information to coordinate the city's anti-aircraft defenses. The importance of quick and accurate communication is evident in the cluttered yet focused atmosphere of the room. Captain de Grineau, an ILN special artist, visited the Gun Control Room to document the crucial work being carried out within its walls. His sketch provides a unique historical record of the room's interior, offering insight into the complex and vital role it played in London's defense during the war. The Gun Control Room was a hub of activity and collaboration, with staff working tirelessly to protect the city from air attacks. The room's walls were adorned with maps and charts, while the desks were filled with telephones, radios, and other communication equipment. The room's atmosphere was one of intense focus and determination, as the staff worked to coordinate the city's defenses and keep Londoners safe from harm. This illustration is a testament to the bravery and resilience of those who worked in the Gun Control Room during the Second World War. It serves as a reminder of the crucial role that communication and coordination played in the defense of London and the United Kingdom as a whole.
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