The Gyro-Stabiliser, 1938. Artist: Unknown.

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The Gyro-Stabiliser, 1938. One of three gyroscopic stabilisers built by the Sperry Gyroscope Company for the Italian liner Conte di Savoia in order to improve passenger comfort and prevent seasickness in rough seas. Churchman's cigarette card, from a series titled Modern Wonders [WA & AC Churchman, Great Britain & Ireland, 1938].

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Photo credit: © The Print Collector/Heritage Images / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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