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HMS Minerva at Stanley harbour
HMS Minerva (F45), a Leander-class Frigate of the Royal Navy, at Stanley harbour in 1984, at anchor for crew R&R in the Falkland Islands. Date: 1984
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Media ID 20025892
© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans
1984 Anchor Butt Crew Falkland Frigate Minerva Peter Stanley Leander Class R And R And R
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating HMS Minerva at Stanley Harbour poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports you back in time to 1984, as the Leander-class frigate HMS Minerva graces the tranquil waters of Stanley Harbour in the Falkland Islands. Anchored for crew rest and recreation, this historic vessel stands as a testament to the rich maritime heritage of the Royal Navy. Add a touch of nostalgia and nautical charm to your walls with this stunning, rights-managed print. Order yours today and let the story of HMS Minerva become a part of your home decor.
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 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 evocative photograph captures the serene scene of HMS Minerva (F45), a Leander-class frigate of the Royal Navy, at anchor in Stanley Harbour, Falkland Islands, in 1984. The ship, with its distinctive white hull and red funnel, sits calmly in the harbour, surrounded by the clear, turquoise waters. The peaceful atmosphere is in stark contrast to the tense political climate of the time, as the Falkland Islands were still recovering from the recent conflict between Argentina and the United Kingdom. The crew of HMS Minerva are enjoying a well-deserved rest and recreation (R&R) period, having completed their duties in the region. In the foreground, a group of sailors can be seen gathered around a table, engaged in a lively conversation. Behind them, a helicopter from the ship's aviation wing hovers overhead, ready to transport personnel and supplies to various locations around the islands. The photograph also showcases the diverse range of aircraft and planes that were an integral part of the Royal Navy's operations in the Falklands. Several fixed-wing aircraft, including a Harrier jump jet and a Sea King helicopter, can be seen parked on the nearby flight deck. The presence of these aircraft underscores the importance of aerial transportation and support in the remote and rugged terrain of the islands. Taken by renowned aviation and aeronautical photographer Peter Butt, this photograph offers a unique glimpse into the daily life of the Royal Navy during the 1980s and the critical role it played in maintaining peace and stability in the South Atlantic.
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