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Photographic Print : HMS Searcher, 1944
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HMS Searcher, 1944
Archer Class aircraft carrier HMS Searcher, 1944
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 1762329
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
Aircraft Carriers Royal Navy Ships World War Two
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "HMS Searcher, 1944" photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, captured by the renowned photographer Charles E. Brown for the Royal Air Force Museum. This evocative image brings history to life, showcasing the Archer Class aircraft carrier, HMS Searcher, in its prime during the year 1944. Experience the rich heritage of the British naval fleet through this striking, vintage photograph. Perfect for enhancing your home or office decor, or as a thoughtful gift for history enthusiasts and maritime aficionados. Order your limited-edition, high-quality photographic print from Media Storehouse today and let this piece of history become a cherished addition to your collection.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the majestic HMS Searcher, an Archer-class aircraft carrier of the Royal Navy, in action during World War II. Taken by the renowned British photographer Charles E. Brown of the Royal Air Force, this image offers a rare and intimate glimpse into the daily life of a carrier at war. The HMS Searcher, commissioned in 1943, was one of 15 carriers built during the Archer class, which were designed to provide escort carriers for convoys and support for amphibious landings. With a displacement of 11,000 tons and a top speed of 18 knots, the Searcher was a formidable presence on the seas. In this image, we see the carrier's flight deck bustling with activity. A Swordfish biplane, a mainstay of the Royal Navy's fleet during the war, is taking off, its propellers churning up the waves. In the background, other aircraft are lined up, ready for takeoff or maintenance. The crew, dressed in their distinctive blue overalls, can be seen working diligently on the deck or in the shadows below, as the ship's anti-aircraft guns stand guard against potential aerial threats. The HMS Searcher saw action in several key campaigns during World War II, including the invasion of Normandy and the Battle of the Atlantic. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the vital role these carriers played in protecting Allied shipping and supporting ground operations. With the grace and power of the HMS Searcher on full display, it is a testament to the courage and determination of the men and women who served aboard these ships during a time of great uncertainty and upheaval.
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