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Canvas Print : British destroyers leaving Libau for Reval, Baltic, post-WW1
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British destroyers leaving Libau for Reval, Baltic, post-WW1
British torpedo boat destroyers leaving the Russian port of Libau (now Liepaja, Latvia) for Reval (now Tallinn, Estonia), as part of Baltic Operations soon after the end of the First World War. Date: December 1918
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Baltic Destroyer Destroyers Estonia Latvia Leaving Operations Reval Tallinn Torpedo December Libau Liepaja Ww 1
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the stunning Media Storehouse Canvas Print of "British destroyers leaving Libau for Reval, Baltic, post-WW1." This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the aftermath of the First World War. Witness the British torpedo boat destroyers setting sail from the Russian port of Libau (now Liepaja, Latvia), bound for Reval (now Tallinn, Estonia) as part of Baltic Operations. Each print is expertly crafted on premium canvas material, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail that bring history to life. Add a touch of history and nautical charm to your home or office with this beautifully detailed and intriguing canvas print.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 this evocative photograph, a flotilla of British torpedo boat destroyers is seen leaving the Russian port of Libau (now Liepaja, Latvia) for Reval (now Tallinn, Estonia) in the Baltic Sea, towards the end of 1918. The First World War had come to an end just a few weeks prior, and the British Navy was taking an active role in the complex political landscape of the Baltic region, which was experiencing the aftershocks of the war and the collapse of the Russian Empire. The destroyers, their decks awash with sailors in heavy winter coats and pea jackets, are making their way out of the harbor, their funnels billowing smoke against the grey winter sky. The scene is one of both departure and arrival, as these ships were not only leaving Libau but also heading towards their new destination in Estonia, where they would participate in the British military intervention in the Baltic region, known as Baltic Operations. The photograph captures the sense of transition and uncertainty that marked the end of the war and the beginning of a new era in European history. The British Navy's presence in the Baltic was a testament to the complex geopolitical dynamics at play, as various powers vied for influence in the region. The image also serves as a reminder of the naval might of the British Empire and its role in shaping the post-war world. The photograph was taken in December 1918, a time when the fate of Europe and the Baltic region was still uncertain. The ships in the photograph would go on to play a significant role in the political and military landscape of the region, as the British sought to protect their interests and maintain stability in the wake of the First World War. This powerful image offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history, as the world adjusted to the new realities of the post-war world.
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