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Suez Crisis 1956 Men of the R. E. M. E board a Viking plane at Blackbushe Airport
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Suez Crisis 1956 Men of the R. E. M. E board a Viking plane at Blackbushe Airport
Suez Crisis 1956
Men of the R.E.M.E board a Viking plane at Blackbushe Airport directed by air hostess Daphne Turner. At the time the picture was taken their destination was simply given as " somewhere in the Middle East..."
Manchester Mirror
Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21830149
© Mirrorpix
1956 Ec Scan Evsi News Serious
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Captured in this poignant print from the Suez Crisis of 1956, we witness a group of brave men from the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (R. E. M. E) boarding a Viking plane at Blackbushe Airport. Directed by the graceful air hostess Daphne Turner, their destination remains shrouded in mystery as they were simply told it was 'somewhere in the Middle East. ' The image encapsulates the uncertainty and seriousness that pervaded during this conflict-ridden era. The year 1956 marked a turning point for global politics, with tensions escalating in the Middle East. As these courageous soldiers prepare to embark on their mission, one can only imagine the mix of emotions coursing through their veins – determination, fear, and perhaps even hope. Their presence aboard this aircraft symbolizes not just their personal sacrifice but also represents countless others who served during times of war. It serves as a reminder of those who answered duty's call without hesitation or question. Preserved by Manchester Mirror's Memory Lane Prints collection, this photograph offers us an invaluable glimpse into history. It reminds us that behind every news headline lies real people whose lives were forever altered by political decisions and conflicts far beyond their control. As we reflect upon this snapshot frozen in time, let us honor these unsung heroes who embarked on journeys to unknown lands for causes greater than themselves.
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