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Coveracks new lifeboat, 1954
Coveracks new lifeboat, William Taylor of Oldham, being hauled up the slipway on 24th July 1954. It cost 25, 000 to build. Cornwall. Date: 1954
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1954 24th Coverack Hauled Lifeboat Lifeboats May19 Oldham Slipway Taylor
27x27 inch Poster Print
"Bring the history of maritime rescues to your walls with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Coveracks new lifeboat, 1954" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the moment the Coveracks new lifeboat, built by William Taylor of Oldham, is being hauled up the slipway on 24th July 1954 in Cornwall. A testament to the courage and resilience of the past, this black-and-white photograph was taken during the boat's historic launch, which cost an impressive 25,000 pounds. Add a touch of nostalgia and maritime history to your home or office with this beautiful and inspiring poster print."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. 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.
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 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
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 moment of triumph as Coverack's new lifeboat, named "William Taylor of Oldham," is hauled up the slipway on 24th July 1954. The lifeboat, which cost an impressive £25,000 to build, had arrived in the picturesque Cornish village just a few days prior, much to the excitement of the local community. The lifeboat, built by the renowned firm J. Samuel White Ltd. in Cowes, Isle of Wight, was a state-of-the-art addition to Coverack's maritime fleet. Its arrival marked a significant investment in the safety and wellbeing of the residents and visitors to this beautiful coastal village. The scene in the photograph is one of industrious teamwork, as local volunteers and members of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) work together to bring the lifeboat up the slipway and onto dry land. The determination and dedication of these individuals are palpable, as they ensure the new lifeboat is securely in place, ready for its first mission. The photograph transports us back to the 1950s, a time when the importance of community spirit and the power of collective effort were at the forefront of everyday life. The arrival of the "William Taylor of Oldham" was not just a symbol of safety and security for Coverack, but also a testament to the resilience and determination of its people.
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