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Hoisting a Hundred-and-Eleven Ton Gun on Board HMS "Victoria, "at Chatham (engraving)
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Hoisting a Hundred-and-Eleven Ton Gun on Board HMS "Victoria, "at Chatham (engraving)
1055578 Hoisting a Hundred-and-Eleven Ton Gun on Board HMS " Victoria, " at Chatham (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hoisting a Hundred-and-Eleven Ton Gun on Board HMS " Victoria, " at Chatham. Illustration for The Graphic, 27 April 1889.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22637352
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Board Chatham Conning Tower General View Guiding Hms Victoria Hoisting Hundred Lowering Lying Muzzle Opening Operations Roof Turret
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This engraving captures a monumental moment in naval history as the HMS "Victoria" prepares to hoist a colossal one hundred and eleven-ton gun on board at Chatham. The image showcases the sheer magnitude of this operation, with the ship's roof being opened to accommodate the massive turret that will house this formidable weapon. The scene is bustling with activity as members of the Royal Navy diligently guide and lower the gun into position, ensuring its safe arrival on board. The conning tower looms in the background, serving as a reminder of the strategic importance of this vessel. The intricate details depicted in this print allow us to appreciate both the technical prowess required for such an undertaking and the awe-inspiring power that these guns possessed. It serves as a testament to Britain's naval might during an era when maritime supremacy was fiercely contested. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot, we are transported back to 1889, witnessing firsthand how teamwork and precision were essential elements in equipping warships like HMS "Victoria". This image not only celebrates military operations but also pays homage to all those who served in armed forces throughout history.
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