Canvas Print : Lowering the life boats
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Lowering the life boats
A diagram showing life boats from the Titanic being lowered to the water. The distance is compared to the height of a city office block. The 70 ft distance to the sea from the deck made lowering the boats hazardous. Date: 27th April 1912
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27th Block Compared Deck Diagram Distance Hazardous Height Lowered Lowering Off Ice Titanic Made
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the historic event of the Titanic's fateful night to your home or office with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring the evocative image "Lowering the Life Boats" from Mary Evans Prints Online, this captivating print showcases the scale of the situation as lifeboats are lowered from the ill-fated ship. The image, with its dramatic contrast between the towering height of a city office block and the small boats below, is a poignant reminder of the courage and resilience in the face of adversity. Our high-quality Canvas Prints are printed on premium canvas using archival inks, ensuring your print is a beautiful addition to any space for years to come."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Lowering the Life Boats: A Dangerous Process on the Deck of the RMS Titanic (April 27, 1912) This diagram illustrates the perilous process of lowering lifeboats from the deck of the RMS Titanic as the ship began to sink on the night of April 14, 1912. The distance from the ship's deck to the water, measured at approximately 70 feet, is compared to the height of a modern city office block in this image. The hazardous nature of this operation is evident as the lifeboats were lowered into the icy waters, with the chaos and confusion of the scene adding to the danger. The Titanic's sinking was a tragic event that claimed the lives of over 1,500 passengers and crew members. The lifeboats were a crucial means of escape, but their deployment was far from orderly. The boats were not filled to capacity, and many were launched without proper supervision or coordination. The distance from the deck to the water made the lowering process difficult and time-consuming, with many boats being lowered too close to the ship or colliding with each other. This diagram provides a clear visual representation of the challenges faced by those attempting to evacuate the Titanic. The importance of proper preparation, coordination, and quick action in emergency situations is underscored by this historical event. Today, safety protocols and emergency response plans have been put in place to ensure that such tragedies are minimized or avoided altogether.
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