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Halfsheet vintage travel poster, titled "Fly to Bermuda by B.O.A.C.
", was commissioned by the British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC) to promote air travel to the British territory in the Atlantic.
Poster Details
Artist: The designer is officially recorded as unknown.
Era: Created in the late 1950s or early 1960s.
Imagery: The scenic artwork features a seaside view from a window, depicting sunbathers on a beach, sailboats, and a traditional horse and carriage in the background.
Production: It was originally produced by the Baynard Press in London as a lithograph from stones.
Historical Context
This poster was released during a pivotal time for BOAC's service to the region. In 1954, BOAC suspended direct service to Bermuda due to aircraft shortages, requiring passengers to change flights in New York or Baltimore. The direct London-to-Bermuda service resumed in 1958, making this poster part of a major marketing push to celebrate the restored route. |
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