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German U-boat, Hastings Beach BB88_07120
HASTINGS, EAST SUSSEX. People in rowing boats and on the beach, looking up at the German U-boat submarine, U-118, which ran aground on Hastings beach in February 1919. U-118 served in the Imperial German Navy during the First World War. Howarth-Loomes Collection. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of intrigue and curiosity as the people of Hastings, East Sussex, gather at the coast to witness the sight of a German U-boat, U-118, which had run aground on the shore in February 1919. The First World War had ended just a few months prior, and the sight of this formidable naval vessel was a stark reminder of the recent global conflict. U-118, a German Type UB III submarine, served in the Imperial German Navy during the war, and was one of over 1,100 U-boats deployed by Germany in its submarine warfare campaign against Allied shipping. The submarine's presence in the English Channel was a common occurrence during the war, as Germany sought to disrupt Allied supply lines and weaken the British economy. However, the end of the war saw many U-boats scrambling to return to Germany, and U-118 was among those that failed to make it back. The vessel ran aground on Hastings beach, becoming a tourist attraction and a symbol of the end of the war. The photograph shows a crowd of people, some in rowing boats, gathered on the beach to get a closer look at the submarine. Their expressions of awe and fascination are palpable, as they take in the sight of this formidable war machine, now a relic of a bygone era. The image offers a glimpse into the collective memory of a community, and the complex emotions that came with the end of a long and devastating conflict.
Framed Prints of German U-boat, Hastings Beach BB88_07120
Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Framed Print featuring the historic German U-boat, U-118, which ran aground on Hastings Beach in 1919. This unique and intriguing image, sourced from the Historic England Archive, showcases a mesmerizing moment in history as people gather on the shore to marvel at the stranded submarine. Bring this piece of maritime history into your home or office and ignite conversations with its stunning, vintage aesthetic. Order now and relive the past with every glance.
Photo Prints of German U-boat, Hastings Beach BB88_07120
Discover historical maritime moments with Media Storehouse's Photographic Prints. Witness the intriguing encounter between locals and a German U-boat in our captivating image, "German U-boat, Hastings Beach BB88_07120." This rare photograph, sourced from the Historic England Archive, transports you back in time to Hastings, East Sussex, in February 1919. People in rowing boats and on the beach gaze up at the U-118 submarine, which had run aground. This unique print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, maritime aficionados, and anyone who appreciates the beauty of the past. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with Media Storehouse's high-quality, archival-grade prints.
Poster Prints of German U-boat, Hastings Beach BB88_07120
Discover the intriguing history of Hastings Beach with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the German U-boat, U-118. This captivating image, sourced from the Historic England Archive, captures the moment in time when the U-boat, infamous for its role in World War I, ran aground on the shores of Hastings, East Sussex in February 1919. Witness the awe-struck expressions of onlookers as they gaze up at the imposing submarine from their rowing boats and the beach. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and start a conversation about the past with our high-quality, museum-grade poster prints. Perfect for history enthusiasts or as a unique gift, our prints are sure to make a lasting impression.
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