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Spains Torpedo-Boat Flotilla En Route from the Canaries to Puerto Rico
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Spains Torpedo-Boat Flotilla En Route from the Canaries to Puerto Rico
LLM459897 Spains Torpedo-Boat Flotilla En Route from the Canaries to Puerto Rico by Sonntag, William Louis Jnr. (1869-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spains Torpedo-Boat Flotilla En Route from the Canaries to Puerto Rico. Illustration for Harpers Pictorial History of the War with Spain (1899).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23498138
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Canaries Convoy En Route Flotilla Puerto Rico War With Spain
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This print titled "Spain's Torpedo-Boat Flotilla En Route from the Canaries to Puerto Rico" takes us back in time to a significant moment in history. The image, captured by William Louis Sonntag Jr. , showcases the formidable flotilla of torpedo boats sailing towards their destination. In this historical illustration for Harper's Pictorial History of the War with Spain (1899), we witness the convoy consisting of various vessels such as the torpedo gunboat Pluton, torpedo boat Rayo, and converted merchant ship Ciudad de Cadis. These ships formed an essential part of Spain's naval power during that era. The photograph not only highlights the strength and might of these warships but also provides a glimpse into the turbulent times surrounding Puerto Rico during this period. As tensions between Spain and the United States escalated, this flotilla played a crucial role in protecting Spanish interests in Puerto Rico. Sonntag's skillful composition captures both the grandeur and vulnerability of these vessels as they navigate through rough waters en route to their destination. This print serves as a reminder of how art can immortalize important moments in history, allowing future generations to reflect on past events that have shaped our world today. With its rich historical context and artistic brilliance, this print is indeed a remarkable piece that transports viewers back to an era defined by conflict, power struggles, and maritime prowess.
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