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Austrian battleship SMS Novara, Adriatic, WW1
The Austro-Hungarian battleship SMS Novara, damaged during the Otranto Barrage (Battle of the Otranto Straits) in the Adriatic, First World War. Date: May 1917
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Adriatic Austrian Austro Barrage Battle Ship Cruiser Cruisers Damaged Hungarian Novara Otranto Straits War Time Ww 1
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This evocative photograph captures the damaged Austro-Hungarian battleship SMS Novara anchored in the Adriatic Sea during the aftermath of the Battle of the Otranto Straits in May 1917. The First World War raged on, and the Austro-Hungarian Navy, in an attempt to break through the Allied Otranto Barrage, sent a fleet of ships, including the SMS Novara, into the straits. The ensuing battle resulted in heavy damage to several Austro-Hungarian vessels, including the Novara, which was hit by several shells from British cruisers. The SMS Novara, a proud symbol of the Austro-Hungarian Navy, lies damaged in the waters, its once imposing figure now marred by the ravages of war. The battle took place in the narrow Otranto Straits, a strategic location that controlled access to the Adriatic Sea and the Mediterranean. The Allied forces, determined to prevent the Austro-Hungarian Navy from breaking through, had laid a barrage of mines and naval forces to block their passage. The photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of war at sea during this period. The Novara's damaged hull, with its rusted metal and gaping holes, is a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of battle. The surrounding waters are calm, but the tension in the air is palpable, as the outcome of the battle hung in the balance. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the Great War and the indelible mark it left on history.
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