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Germans Heaving Lead
Heaving lead on a German warship
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1815 Germans Heaving Lead Nautical Operations War Ship
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the rich history of maritime warfare into your home with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Germans Heaving Lead" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts German sailors diligently heaving lead balls onto the deck of their warship. The intricate details of the sailors' uniforms and the textured surface of the ship's woodwork are beautifully rendered in this high-quality canvas print. Transport yourself back in time and add a touch of history to your decor with this impressive and authentic piece of art."
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 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
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 evocative image captures the backbreaking labor of German sailors as they heave lead balls onto the deck of their warship during the early 19th century. Dating back to the Napoleonic Wars, this historical photograph, taken circa 1815, offers a glimpse into the daily operations of a German naval vessel. Lead was an essential component of naval warfare during this era, used primarily for ballast and as a means to increase a ship's displacement and stability. The lead balls, which could weigh up to 250 pounds each, were transported from the hold to the deck for distribution throughout the ship. The laborious process of heaving the lead balls required a well-coordinated effort from the crew. Sailors would line up in a row, each grasping a rope attached to a ball, and would lift it together in unison, using their collective strength to hoist the heavy weight onto the deck. This image underscores the physical demands of life at sea during this time, as well as the importance of teamwork and discipline within the ranks. The German navy, though not as well-known as its British or French counterparts, played a significant role in European naval history. This photograph serves as a testament to the dedication and perseverance of its sailors, who labored tirelessly to ensure the success of their fleet. The intricate details of the ship, the weathered faces of the sailors, and the raw power of the lead balls in this image transport us back to a time when the fate of nations hung in the balance on the open waters.
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