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Lord Kitchener, headlines announcing his death
Newspaper headlines on a large poster, announcing the death by drowning of Lord Herbert Kitchener (1850-1916). He died when HMS Hampshire, on which he was travelling, was shattered by a floating German mine. Kitchener, his staff, and most of the crew were drowned. Date: June 1916
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Announcement Announcing Crew Died Drowned Drowning Hampshire Headlines Herbert Kitchener Media Mine News Paper Press Shock Shocking Staff
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring the poignant image of "Lord Kitchener, Announcing His Death" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful and historic print captures the moment as headlines from newspapers around the world announced the tragic news of Lord Kitchener's demise. Dating back to 1916, this image recalls the shock and sorrow felt upon learning of the death of the British Field Marshal and Secretary of State for War, who perished when HMS Hampshire sank during a naval mission. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this evocative, large-format photographic print.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Shocking News: Lord Kitchener, British Hero of the War, Drowned in Tragic Accident In a sudden and unexpected turn of events, the world was left in mourning as news broke of the tragic death of Lord Herbert Kitchener, a revered British military leader and statesman, on June 5, 1916. The announcement, carried by newspapers across the globe, reported that Kitchener had perished in the icy waters of the North Sea, following the sinking of HMS Hampshire. The large poster, emblazoned with the headlines, reads "Lord Kitchener Drowned: Heroic Statesman and War Minister Dies in Tragic Accident." The image below shows the distinguished figure of Lord Kitchener, with his stern gaze and military bearing, a testament to his unwavering commitment to his country and its people. Kitchener, who had played a pivotal role in the British war effort during World War I, was traveling to Russia to discuss military strategy when disaster struck. The ship, HMS Hampshire, hit a floating German mine and was shattered, resulting in the drowning of Kitchener, his staff, and most of the crew. The news of Kitchener's death sent shockwaves through the world, with tributes pouring in from leaders and citizens alike. The media, in their coverage of the event, paid tribute to the man who had become a symbol of British resilience and determination during the war. As the poster attests, Lord Kitchener's passing was a loss not just for the British people, but for the world. His legacy as a military leader and statesman would continue to inspire generations to come, a testament to his unwavering commitment to duty and service.
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