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Canvas Print : AUGSBURG DAMAGED
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AUGSBURG DAMAGED
The German cruiser Augsburg is damaged in action
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Media ID 620239
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12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Experience the thrill of history with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the powerful image "AUGSBURG DAMAGED" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of a fierce naval battle, with the German cruiser Augsburg bearing the scars of combat. Each print is meticulously crafted using high-quality canvas and vibrant, fade-resistant inks, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your home or office decor. Transport yourself back in time and relive history's most dramatic moments with our exclusive range of large format Canvas Prints.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
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
Augsburg Damaged: A Moment Frozen in Time from the Great War at Sea This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of a fierce naval battle during the early days of World War I. The German cruiser Augsburg, once a proud symbol of the Kaiserliche Marine (German Imperial Navy), lies damaged and listing heavily to starboard. The image, taken in 1914, bears witness to the brutal realities of modern warfare at sea. The Augsburg, a Dresden-class cruiser, was engaged in a fierce battle with British cruisers during the Heligoland Bight Raid. The clash, which took place on August 28, 1914, was one of the first major naval engagements of the war. The German High Seas Fleet, under the command of Vice Admiral Franz von Hipper, sought to disrupt British communications and commerce in the North Sea. However, the British, alerted to the German sortie, were able to intercept and engage the German fleet. The Augsburg, one of the lead ships in the German line, sustained significant damage during the engagement. In this photograph, we see the cruiser's battered hull, with smoke rising from her funnels and the water around her deck awash with debris. The crew, many of them injured, can be seen working to repair the damage and keep the ship afloat. The scene is one of chaos and desperation, as the Augsburg and her crew faced an uncertain future. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the raw emotion and intensity of the Great War at sea. It serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the men and women who fought in this global conflict, and the profound impact it had on the world. The Augsburg, once a symbol of German naval power, now stands as a testament to the human spirit and resilience in the face of adversity.
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