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Making iron lungs med01_01_0323
Morris Motor Works, Hollow Way, Cowley, Oxford. A scene in a factory producing iron lungs for Australia. Lord Nuffield, the car magnate, recently undertook to supply every hospital in the British Empire with an " iron lung". Photographed for the Topical Press Agency Ltd in March 1939
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Media ID 15002643
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Archive Factory Health And Welfare Healthcare Industry Medical People At Work Polio Respirator Ventilator
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Making iron lungs med01_01_0323" poster print from our Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, captured by Norman Kingsley Harrison for Historic England, offers a glimpse into the past with a powerful and poignant scene from Morris Motor Works in Cowley, Oxford. Witness Lord Nuffield, the renowned car magnate, leading the production of iron lungs for Australia during a time of great need. This stunning poster print is a testament to human innovation and resilience, and is sure to make a thought-provoking addition to any wall in your home or office.
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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 Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
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This print captures a significant moment in medical history. Taken in March 1939 at the Morris Motor Works factory in Cowley, Oxford, it showcases the production of iron lungs for Australia. Lord Nuffield, renowned car magnate and philanthropist, had recently made a remarkable commitment to supply every hospital within the British Empire with this life-saving device. The image portrays a bustling scene of dedicated workers diligently assembling these ventilators that would prove crucial in treating patients suffering from polio. The atmosphere is one of purposeful determination as individuals labor tirelessly to meet the growing demand for these essential medical technologies. In an era where healthcare advancements were limited, this photograph symbolizes hope and progress. It serves as a testament to Lord Nuffield's unwavering dedication towards improving public health and welfare across nations. Norman Kingsley Harrison skillfully captured this historic moment on behalf of the Topical Press Agency Ltd. , immortalizing not only the industriousness of those involved but also highlighting how industry can be harnessed for greater social good. Today, we look back at this image with admiration for those who worked tirelessly behind-the-scenes to manufacture these iron lungs – devices that saved countless lives during an era plagued by polio outbreaks. This photograph stands as a reminder of humanity's ability to come together and innovate when faced with adversity, leaving an indelible mark on both medical technology and global healthcare practices.
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