Canvas Print : HMS Aboukir, British armoured cruiser
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HMS Aboukir, British armoured cruiser
HMS Aboukir, British Cressy-class armoured cruiser, launched 1902, sunk by a German U-boat in September 1914.
circa 1902
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Aboukir Armoured Cressy Cruiser Cruisers Sunk 1902 Ww 1
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the historic sea voyage of HMS Aboukir into your home with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring an iconic image of the British armoured cruiser, launched in 1902, this print is a must-have for maritime enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Captured by renowned photographer Robert Hunt Library/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online, this captivating image showcases the HMS Aboukir in its glory days, before it was tragically sunk by a German U-boat in September 1914. Our high-quality Canvas Prints are printed on premium canvas material, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the image to life. Order now and relive the history of the HMS Aboukir in the comfort of your own home.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
HMS Aboukir: A Monument to Maritime History and the Dawn of World War I This evocative photograph captures the majesty and power of HMS Aboukir, a Cressy-class armoured cruiser of the British Royal Navy, launched in 1902. The Aboukir was one of the most advanced warships of her time, boasting a formidable armament and armour plating that made her a formidable presence on the high seas. The image, taken circa 1902, shows the Aboukir in all her glory, with sails set and anchors lowered, ready for sea. The ship's sleek lines, imposing size, and intricate details are on full display, from the ornate gun turrets to the meticulously crafted rigging. But this photograph also serves as a poignant reminder of the tragic fate that awaited the HMS Aboukir and her crew. In September 1914, during the early days of World War I, the Aboukir was sunk by a German U-boat off the coast of Belgium. The loss of the Aboukir, along with the cruisers HMS Cressy and HMS Hogue, marked the first major naval defeat for the British and resulted in the deaths of over 1,400 sailors. Today, the HMS Aboukir stands as a symbol of the sacrifices made during the First World War and the enduring legacy of the British Royal Navy. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era of maritime history, a time when ships like the Aboukir ruled the waves and shaped the course of global events.
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