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A RAF Short SC-5 Belfast CMk1 XR369 Spartacus takes-off
A RAF Short SC-5 Belfast CMk1, XR369, Spartacus, takes-off from the island of Gan in the Indian Ocean for the last time. The airfield was handed over to the Republic of Maldives on 29 March 1976. Date: 1976
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Airfield Belfast Cmk1 Handed Spartacus Takes Maldives Short
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of aviation with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of RAF Short SC-5 Belfast CMk1 XR369 Spartacus taking off from Gan Island in the Indian Ocean. This historic moment marked the last flight of the RAF from the airfield, which was handed over to the Republic of Maldives on 29 March 1976. Our high-quality print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings the past to life with its stunning detail and vibrant colors. Add this unique piece to your home or office to inspire and intrigue, and relive the legacy of aviation history.
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 evocative photograph captures the historic moment when RAF Short SC-5 Belfast CMk1 XR369, affectionately known as "Spartacus," takes off from the island of Gan in the Indian Ocean for the last time. The date was 1976, and the airfield was being handed over to the newly independent Republic of Maldives on March 29. The Short SC-5 Belfast was a versatile transport aircraft, widely used by the RAF for various roles, including search and rescue, cargo transport, and maritime patrol. XR369 had served the RAF faithfully for many years, and its departure from Gan marked the end of an era. The island, located in the central Indian Ocean, had been a significant military base for the British since the late 19th century. With the Maldives gaining independence, the RAF was withdrawing its forces, leaving Gan and its runway behind. The sun casts a golden glow over the scene, adding to the sense of nostalgia and closure. The Short SC-5 Belfast, with its distinctive silhouette, lifts off the ground, leaving behind a trail of dust and memories. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the passing of time and the changing political landscape of the Indian Ocean region.
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