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Stukas Bomb Malta
German JU-87 Stuka dive- bombers attack the island of Malta, a vital Allied base which the Axis powers were never able to take despite prolonged attacks
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1941 Allied Attack Attacks Axis Bomb Bombers Dive Malta Mediterranean Operations Powers Prolonged Stukas Vital Base
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 16.7cm (9.3" x 6.6")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the intensity and devastation of the relentless air raids that targeted the island of Malta during World War II. In the image, German JU-87 Stuka dive-bombers are seen making their deadly descent towards the Mediterranean island, which had become a vital Allied base in the central Mediterranean. The Axis powers, led by Italy and Germany, launched prolonged attacks on Malta in an attempt to neutralize its strategic position and cut off the supply lines to the Allied forces in North Africa. The Stukas, with their distinctive inverted gull-wing design, were feared for their accuracy and devastating power. The sirens wailing in the background serve as a stark reminder of the imminent danger that the Maltese people faced during these air raids. The year was 1941, and the outcome of the battle for Malta was still uncertain. Despite the relentless bombing campaigns, the Maltese people and their Allied defenders held out against the Axis forces. The island's strategic location made it a crucial front in the Mediterranean theater of the war, and its resistance was a significant morale boost for the Allied forces. The Battle of Malta lasted for over a year, and the island was eventually declared a fortress by Winston Churchill, who famously declared, "I have not yet begun to defend Malta." This photograph is a poignant reminder of the historical significance of the Battle of Malta and the resilience of the people who defended it. The Stukas in the image may have been a symbol of fear and destruction, but they ultimately failed to break the spirit of the Maltese people and their Allied defenders. The battle for Malta is a testament to the enduring power of human determination and the importance of strategic positioning in the face of adversity.
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