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Framed Print : HMS Hogue, British armoured cruiser
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HMS Hogue, British armoured cruiser
HMS Vindex, a seaplane carrier of the Royal Navy during the First World War, previously a fast passenger ferry for the Isle of Man Steam Packet. Transferred to the Mediterranean in 1918, sold back to original owners in 1920, scrapped 1954. Date: 1915-1918
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22"x18" Modern Frame
Bring a piece of naval history into your home with our stunning Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image showcases the HMS Hogue, a British armoured cruiser that served in the Royal Navy during the First World War. Originally known as the HMS Vindex, this vessel began its service as a fast passenger ferry for the Isle of Man Steam Packet. Add this impressive print to your collection and relive the rich maritime history with every glance. Sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed print boasts vibrant colours and remarkable detail, making it a true centrepiece for any room.
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the HMS Hogue, an armored cruiser of the Royal Navy, during its service in the First World War. Originally built as a fast passenger ferry for the Isle of Man Steam Packet, the HMS Hogue was later transferred to the Mediterranean in 1918 to serve as a seaplane carrier. With its distinctive funnel and masts towering above the waterline, the HMS Hogue played a vital role in the naval operations of the Great War. The image showcases the HMS Hogue in its military glory, with several seaplanes positioned on its flight deck, ready for takeoff. These aircraft were essential for reconnaissance and spotting enemy ships and submarines, providing valuable intelligence to the British fleet. The HMS Hogue's conversion to a seaplane carrier marked a significant shift in naval warfare during the First World War, as aircraft became increasingly important in naval operations. Despite its heroic service during the war, the HMS Hogue's story did not end there. After the war, the ship was sold back to its original owners and returned to its civilian role as a passenger ferry. However, its military history remained a significant part of its legacy. The HMS Hogue was eventually scrapped in 1954, but its image continues to evoke memories of a bygone era of naval warfare and innovation during the First World War.
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