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H. M. S. Pincher - Algerine-Class Fleet Minesweeper
H.M.S. Pincher (J294 - later M294) - Algerine-Class Fleet Minesweeper fitted with Turbine propulsion machinery - commissioned in 1943, built by Harland and Wolff, Belfast. Date: circa 1950s
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Belfast Harland Machinery Minesweeper Propulsion Turbine Wolff Algerine Pincher
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 H.M.S. Pincher (J294, later M294), an Algerine-Class Fleet Minesweeper of the Royal Navy, in the 1950s. Commissioned in 1943 and built by the renowned Harland and Wolff shipyard in Belfast, Northern Ireland, this vessel was a vital component of the naval fleet during the post-World War II era. The Algerine-Class Fleet Minesweepers, including the H.M.S. Pincher, were designed to clear mines from the seas, ensuring safe passage for larger naval vessels and commercial shipping. This particular ship was uniquely fitted with turbine propulsion machinery, which provided increased power and efficiency, enabling the vessel to navigate through challenging waters and perform its minesweeping duties effectively. The H.M.S. Pincher's sleek lines and imposing presence are on full display in this image, with its distinctive funnel and mast rising high above the waterline. The crew members, clad in their naval uniforms, can be seen working diligently on the deck, ensuring the vessel's readiness for its next mission. The ship's impressive engineering and design, combined with the dedication and skill of its crew, made the H.M.S. Pincher a formidable asset to the Royal Navy during this critical period in maritime history.
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