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Britains Chief of the Defence Staff, Field Marshal Sir Edwin Bramall formally opened
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Britains Chief of the Defence Staff, Field Marshal Sir Edwin Bramall formally opened
Britains Chief of the Defence Staff, Field Marshal Sir Edwin Bramall formally opened the worlds biggest and most modern privately-owned armaments factory.
Sir Edwin unveiled Newcastles new 7m Vickers plant, to be known as the Armstrong Works.
Military top brass from 40 nations attended the ceremony.
Pictured are Field Marshal Sir Edwin Bramall and Vickers chief executive, Gerald Boxall (top).
24th November, 1982
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the historic moment when Britain's Chief of the Defence Staff, Field Marshal Sir Edwin Bramall, inaugurated the world's largest privately-owned armaments factory. The grand opening took place on November 24th, 1982, in Newcastle upon Tyne. With great pride and distinction, Sir Edwin unveiled the impressive £7 million Vickers plant that would forever be known as the Armstrong Works. The significance of this event was further amplified by the presence of military leaders from an astounding 40 nations who had gathered to witness this remarkable achievement. Captured in this frame are two influential figures: Field Marshal Sir Edwin Bramall himself and Gerald Boxall, Vickers' esteemed chief executive. This photograph not only symbolizes a milestone in British industrial prowess but also showcases a pivotal moment for global defense manufacturing. As our eyes delve into every detail within this image - from the serious expressions on their faces to the towering machinery behind them - we can almost feel the weight of responsibility these men carried on their shoulders. With its rich historical context and powerful imagery, this print serves as a testament to human ingenuity and collaboration in shaping our world's military landscape during that era.
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