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Framed Print of Fred Curd, watchman at Rye, Sussex
Fred Curd looking through his telescope at Rye, Sussex. He was one of two men employed by the Corporation of Winchelsea to maintain the Look Out. The first was Chummy Bardon (from 1929 to 1943), followed by Fred Curd (from 1944 to 1966). They told gullible tourists and journalists that they were part of a long line of watchmen employed by the Corporation since the raids of the 14th century to watch for approaching French ships. The fiction came to a head in 1964-65 with articles in newspapers as diverse as the Daily Express and Die Welt, and features on the BBC and other TV channels. When Fred said that he needed a new telescope, one was duly sent by a firm in Toronto. He also explained that, during WW2 he had spotted two German pocket battleships, then being hunted by the Royal Navy, sailing up the channel, but did not bother to report the sighting since he was being paid to watch out for the French and not the Germans. It all became too much for the dignity of the Mayor at the time and Fred was replaced in 1966, his successor sworn to kill the harmless legend. Date: 1960s. Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries. © Mary Evans Picture Library/DAVID LEWIS HODGSON
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Media ID 14343136
Archway Eccentric Flat Fred Joke Telescope Watchman Watchmen
Modern Frame 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 15.8cm (9.6" x 6.2")
Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")
