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HMS Campania, British aircraft carrier, sinking, WW1
HMS Campania, British seaplane tender and aircraft carrier, sinking after hitting other ships (Royal Oak and Glorious) at anchor during a sudden storm in the Firth of Forth, Scotland. Date: 5 November 1918
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Air Craft Anchor Campania Carrier Choppy Firth Forth Glorious Hitting Rough Scot Land Sea Plane Sinking Storm Tender Waves Ww 1
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of historic poster prints, featuring the captivating image of HMS Campania, a British aircraft carrier from the First World War. Witness the poignant moment as HMS Campania sinks after colliding with other ships, the Royal Oak and Glorious, during a sudden storm in the Firth of Forth, Scotland. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into history, bringing the past to life with its intricate details and powerful storytelling. Each print is expertly produced using high-quality materials, ensuring a stunning and vibrant display that adds character to any space. Relive history with this exclusive Media Storehouse poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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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In the tumultuous waters of the Firth of Forth, Scotland, on the fateful day of November 5, 1918, the HMS Campania, a British seaplane tender and aircraft carrier, met its tragic end. Caught in the midst of a sudden and violent storm, the Campania collided with two other ships, the Royal Oak and Glorious, which were also anchored in the harbor. The once proud and mighty vessel, a symbol of British naval power during World War 1, is now engulfed by the choppy, rough seas. Waves crash against her hull as she lists heavily to one side, taking on water rapidly. The once orderly rows of anchored ships are now a chaotic scene of destruction and disarray. The HMS Campania, launched in 1917, was a vital asset to the Royal Navy, providing essential seaplane support to the fleet. But on this day, even the most stalwart of ships could not withstand the wrath of nature. The storm, which had caught the ships by surprise, had transformed the calm and tranquil waters of the Firth of Forth into a tempestuous and treacherous sea. The impact of the collision with the Royal Oak and Glorious caused significant damage to the Campania's hull, allowing water to flood in and ultimately leading to her sinking. The crew, in a desperate bid to save their ship, scrambled to abandon ship and were rescued by other nearby vessels. The sinking of the HMS Campania was a sobering reminder of the unpredictable and destructive power of the sea, even in the midst of war. The image of the sinking ship, with its masts and superstructure submerged beneath the waves, serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women of the Royal Navy during World War 1.
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