Framed Print : British ships in Battle of the Falkland Islands, WW1
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British ships in Battle of the Falkland Islands, WW1
British ships under way at 9.45am from Port Stanley to take part in the Battle of the Falkland Islands during the First World War. They are HMS Kent, HMS Inflexible, HMS Glasgow and HMS Invincible. Photo taken from the maintop of Invincible by Sub-Lieutenant Duckworth. Date: 8 December 1914
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Battle Ship Falkland Falklands Glasgow Inflexible Invincible Stanley December War Time Ww 1
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the awe-inspiring Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "British ships in Battle of the Falkland Islands, WW1" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness history unfold as you bring home this powerful depiction of HMS Kent, HMS Inflexible, HMS Glasgow, and HMS Invincible setting sail from Port Stanley at 9.45am to join the Battle of the Falkland Islands during the First World War. Each print is expertly framed to preserve and enhance the rich details of this evocative photograph, making it a stunning addition to any room in your home or office. Relive the past and honor the courage of the British navy with this exceptional piece of history.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the moment British warships set sail from Port Stanley in the Falkland Islands on December 8, 1914, to participate in the Battle of the Falklands during the First World War. The ships depicted in the image are HMS Kent, HMS Inflexible, HMS Glasgow, and HMS Invincible. The photograph was taken from the maintop of HMS Invincible by Sub-Lieutenant Duckworth, providing a unique perspective of the grand fleet as it prepared to engage the German East Asia Squadron under Vice Admiral Maximilian von Spee. The Battle of the Falkland Islands was a decisive naval engagement that took place during the early stages of the First World War. The British, under the command of Rear Admiral Sir Frederick Doveton Sturdee, sought to destroy the German squadron, which had been raiding Allied shipping in the South Atlantic. The battle marked the end of the German presence in the region and was a significant victory for the British Royal Navy. The ships in the photograph are all prominent vessels in the British fleet. HMS Kent and HMS Glasgow were both armored cruisers, while HMS Inflexible and HMS Invincible were battlecruisers. The latter two ships, in particular, were powerful and advanced warships of their time, armed with heavy guns and capable of high speeds. The photograph provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of war and naval conflict. It is a testament to the bravery and determination of the sailors who served on these ships and played a crucial role in securing a British victory in the Battle of the Falkland Islands.
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