Premium Framed Print : Minelaying in Thames
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Minelaying in Thames
The German minelayer Konigin Luise is laying mines in the Thames estuary, to annoy British shipping using the Thames, when she is attacked by a British minesweeper
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Media ID 612201
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Annoy Attacked Estuary Laying Mines Minesweeper Shipping Minelayer
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 print captures a pivotal moment in history during World War I, as the German minelayer Konigin Luise strategically lays mines in the Thames estuary to disrupt British shipping. The tension is palpable as the German vessel carries out its mission to annoy and hinder enemy vessels using the vital waterway.
However, fate takes a dramatic turn as a brave British minesweeper launches an attack on the Konigin Luise, determined to thwart her efforts and protect their own ships from harm. The clash between these two formidable forces at sea symbolizes the intense struggle for dominance during wartime.
The imagery adds a sense of nostalgia and authenticity to this historical event, transporting viewers back to 1914 when naval warfare was at its peak. The sheer scale of the operation is evident in the vast expanse of water surrounding both vessels, highlighting the magnitude of their actions.
This striking photograph serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by those who fought bravely on both sides of this conflict, shedding light on one small but significant chapter in the larger narrative of World War I. It stands as a testament to human resilience and courage in times of great adversity.
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