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Zeppelin raid on London 1915
Drawing appeared in a German paper showing the latest German zeppelin air-raid over Tower Bridge, London, over night. Date: 17 August 1915
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Media ID 20159137
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Airship Airships Raid Zeppelin Zeppelins
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints. This mesmerizing image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the aftermath of a Zeppelin raid on London in 1915. The drawing, which originally appeared in a German paper, captures the destruction over Tower Bridge with the iconic landmark partially obscured by smoke. Transport yourself to a bygone era with this evocative and historically significant print. A must-have for history enthusiasts, art collectors, and those who appreciate the beauty in the stories that unfolded in the past.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.5cm (20" x 14")
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.
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This evocative drawing depicts the chaos and destruction wrought by a German Zeppelin raid over London during the early hours of August 17, 1915, during the First World War. The image, published in a German newspaper, captures the ominous presence of the airships looming over the iconic Tower Bridge, their searchlights piercing the darkened sky as they drop bombs on the city below. The smoke and flames rising from the buildings and the panicked crowds in the streets below add to the sense of chaos and devastation. The Zeppelin raids were a significant threat during the early years of the war, with London being a prime target due to its importance as a major industrial and political center. The use of airships for military attacks was a new and terrifying development in warfare, and the raids caused widespread fear and panic among the population. Despite the best efforts of the British military to defend against the raids, the Zeppelins proved to be difficult targets, and the attacks continued throughout the war. This drawing serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact of these raids on civilians and the sense of vulnerability that came with living in a city under constant threat from the skies. The First World War saw the development of new technologies and tactics that revolutionized warfare, and the Zeppelin raids were a prime example of this. This drawing offers a unique insight into the fear and uncertainty that came with living through such a time, and serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict.
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