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HMS Audacious, British battleship, WW1
HMS Audacious, British King George V-class battleship, launched 1912. She saw no action during the First World War, as she was sunk by a German mine off the northern coast of Donegal, Ireland, as seen in this photograph. The crew can be seen taking to the lifeboats. Date: 27 October 1914
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Audacious Battle Ship Crew Donegal Mine Sinking Sunk War Time Ww 1
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of historical photographic prints, featuring this captivating image of HMS Audacious, a British King George V-class battleship launched in 1912. Witness a piece of maritime history with this evocative depiction of the HMS Audacious, which unfortunately never saw action during World War 1 due to an unfortunate fate. The vessel was sunk by a German mine off the northern coast of Donegal, Ireland, in 1918. Bring this intriguing piece of history into your home or office with our high-quality, rights-managed prints from Mary Evans Prints Online. Experience the rich details and authenticity that only a genuine photograph can offer. Order now and make your space a reflection of history.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of crisis on board HMS Audacious, a British King George V-class battleship launched in 1912. The image, taken on October 27, 1914, shows the ship off the northern coast of Donegal, Ireland, as her crew frantically abandon ship. The cause of the emergency was a German mine, which had hit the hull of the battleship, leading to her eventual sinking. Despite being the most modern and powerful battleship in the Royal Navy at the time of her launch, HMS Audacious never saw action during the First World War. Her tragic end came just months after the outbreak of hostilities, a poignant reminder of the unpredictable nature of war and the human cost of conflict. The crew, seen here making their way to the lifeboats, would have faced an uncertain future. The waters off the Irish coast were notoriously treacherous, and the likelihood of survival for those in the lifeboats was far from certain. The sinking of HMS Audacious was a devastating blow for the British Navy, and a grim reminder of the sacrifices made during the Great War. This photograph, taken during a time of global upheaval and uncertainty, is a poignant reminder of the human stories that lie behind the history books. It is a testament to the bravery and resilience of the crew, and a reminder of the sacrifices made in the name of national pride and security.
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