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WWI Transport ship
A transport approaching a French battleship engaged in the operations at the Dardanelles during World War I
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Media ID 4452189
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Battle Ship Dardanelles Gallipoli Operations Ww 1
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" 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 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" 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 evocative image captures the moment of encounter between a transport ship and a French battleship during the historic operations at the Dardanelles in World War I. The Dardanelles Campaign, also known as the Gallipoli Campaign, was a major military operation aimed at securing a sea route from Europe to Russia, bypassing the Central Powers' control of the Bosphorus and the Sea of Marmara. The transport ship, laden with troops and supplies, sails steadfastly towards the French battleship, which stands guard against the backdrop of the rocky Turkish coastline. The battleship's imposing presence and powerful guns serve as a testament to the immense firepower amassed by the Allied forces in their bid to break through the Dardanelles. The year was 1915, and the First World War raged on. The Allied forces, consisting mainly of British, French, and Australian troops, had been attempting to force their way through the straits since February of that year, but had met with heavy resistance from the Ottoman Turkish forces and their German allies. The campaign would ultimately prove to be a costly failure, with tens of thousands of casualties on both sides. Despite the eventual outcome, this image serves as a poignant reminder of the bravery and determination of the soldiers and sailors who fought in the Dardanelles Campaign. The transport ship, with its cargo of hope and reinforcements, symbolizes the unwavering commitment of the Allied forces to secure a vital strategic victory in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. This photograph, taken from the archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, is a valuable historical document that offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of war, courage, and resilience.
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