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Fine Art Print : WELDERS, 1942. Employees of the Combustion Engineering Company making boilers for
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WELDERS, 1942. Employees of the Combustion Engineering Company making boilers for
WELDERS, 1942.
Employees of the Combustion Engineering Company making boilers for a ship in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Photograph by Alfred T. Palmer, June 1942
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Media ID 13215283
1942 Alfred Chattanooga Combustion Employee Engineering June Palmer Tennessee Tennessee Valley Authority Weld Welder Working
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our Fine Art Print of Welders, 1942 from Media Storehouse. This iconic photograph, taken by Alfred T. Palmer for The Granger Collection, captures the determination and grit of workers at the Combustion Engineering Company in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In this image, they are hard at work fabricating boilers for a ship during World War II. Add this inspiring and nostalgic piece to your home or office decor to ignite conversation and evoke a sense of resilience and industry. The high-quality print, sourced from The Granger Collection through Granger Art on Demand, is a beautiful addition to any space, bringing a piece of history right to your walls.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 photograph, titled "WELDERS, 1942" takes us back in time to the heart of American industry during World War II. The image showcases a group of dedicated employees from the Combustion Engineering Company in Chattanooga, Tennessee. These skilled men are diligently working on welding boilers for a ship, their faces etched with determination and focus. Photographed by Alfred T. Palmer in June 1942, this snapshot captures an important moment in history when America was mobilizing its industrial might to support the war effort. The men donned their uniforms proudly as they contributed their expertise to building essential equipment for the nation's defense. The composition beautifully highlights both the physicality and precision required of these welders' work. Sparks fly as metal meets metal under their expert hands, creating a mesmerizing display that symbolizes strength and resilience. Through this image, we gain insight into the vital role played by workers like these during wartime - unsung heroes who labored tirelessly behind-the-scenes to ensure victory on distant battlefields. Their dedication serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by countless individuals across America during this challenging period. Preserved through time and now available as a print from Granger Art on Demand, "WELDERS, 1942" offers viewers an opportunity to reflect upon our shared history while honoring those who built our great nation brick-by-brick - or rather weld-by-weld.
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