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Damaged mast, HMS Kent, Battle of Falkland Islands, WW1
The foretop gallant mast of the British Monmouth-class armoured cruiser HMS Kent, shot away by a shell from the German light cruiser Nurnberg during the Battle of the Falkland Islands, First World War. Date: 8 December 1914
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Action Armoured Cruiser Damage Damaged Enemy Falkland Falklands Gallant Mast Monmouth Nurnberg Shell Shot Ww 1
14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our captivating Damaged Mast print from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the Battle of the Falkland Islands during World War I. Witness the aftermath of the fierce engagement between HMS Kent and the German light cruiser Nurnberg, as the foretopmast of the Monmouth-class armoured cruiser lies damaged and destroyed. Add this historical masterpiece to your collection and bring a piece of maritime history into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative image from the Battle of the Falkland Islands during the First World War, the damaged mast of the British Monmouth-class armored cruiser HMS Kent stands as a testament to the intense combat that took place on December 8, 1914. The foretop gallant mast, a tall, vertical mast with sails set above the mainmast, has been severed by a shell fired from the German light cruiser SMS Nurnberg. The action between the two forces occurred in the South Atlantic, off the coast of the Falkland Islands, and marked a significant victory for the British Royal Navy. The Monmouth-class cruisers, including HMS Kent, were known for their robust design and heavy armament, making them formidable opponents on the high seas. However, the advanced technology and accurate gunnery of the German Imperial Navy proved to be a formidable challenge. In this engagement, the German cruisers SMS Scharnhorst and SMS Gneisenau, under the command of Vice Admiral Maximilian von Spee, managed to inflict serious damage on several British ships, including HMS Kent. The image captures the raw power and chaos of the battle, with plumes of smoke rising from the damaged ships and the ominous clouds of war looming overhead. The foretop gallant mast, once a symbol of the ship's strength and agility, now lies broken and discarded, a poignant reminder of the cost of war. The Battle of the Falkland Islands was a pivotal moment in the early stages of the First World War, and this photograph offers a glimpse into the intense and often brutal action that took place on the high seas.
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