Fine Art Print : KEARSARGE & ALABAMA, 1864. The Civil War engagement between U. S. S. Kearsarge and C. S. S. Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper
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KEARSARGE & ALABAMA, 1864. The Civil War engagement between U. S. S. Kearsarge and C. S. S. Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper
KEARSARGE & ALABAMA, 1864.
The Civil War engagement between U.S.S. Kearsarge and C.S.S. Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper
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Media ID 7594631
1864 Alabama Attack Battle Chanel Cherbourg Confederate Confederate Army Css Alabama Navy Ocean Union Us Navy Uss Kearsarge War Ship
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience history come to life with our exquisite Fine Art Print of KEARSARGE & ALABAMA, 1864. Witness the iconic Civil War engagement between the U.S.S. Kearsarge and C.S.S. Alabama, as depicted in this stunning wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper. This captivating print, taken from Granger Art on Demand, transports you back in time to the waters off Cherbourg, France on June 19, 1864. Add this beautiful work of art to your collection and relive the drama and heroism of one of the most significant naval battles in American history.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.1cm (20" x 14.2")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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
This print captures the historic Civil War engagement between the U. S. S. Kearsarge and C. S. S. Alabama off the coast of Cherbourg, France on June 19,1864. The wood engraving, sourced from a contemporary English newspaper, beautifully depicts this intense battle at sea. In this dramatic scene, we witness the power struggle between two formidable warships amidst the vast expanse of the ocean channel. The U. S. S. Kearsarge proudly represents the Union forces while the C. S. S. Alabama symbolizes the Confederate army's naval strength. The image showcases both vessels locked in combat as cannon fire illuminates their surroundings with billowing smoke and fiery explosions. It is a testament to both American maritime history and military prowess during this tumultuous period. The significance of this encounter lies not only in its historical context but also in its strategic location off Cherbourg's shores—a neutral territory where such battles were rarely witnessed or expected. As viewers delve into this remarkable wood engraving, they are transported back to that fateful day in 1864 when these two warships clashed mid-ocean for supremacy. This print serves as a poignant reminder of our nation's past struggles and triumphs during one of its most defining periods—the Civil War.
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