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Canvas Print : HMS Lion and HMS Princess Royal, WW1
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HMS Lion and HMS Princess Royal, WW1
Two British battlecruisers at sea during the First World War. On the left is HMS Lion, and on the right is HMS Princess Royal. Date: circa 1916
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring history to life with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of HMS Lion and HMS Princess Royal during the First World War. This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of the era with two British battlecruisers, HMS Lion and HMS Princess Royal, proudly displayed at sea. Experience the grandeur and power of these historic vessels in a whole new way with our premium quality canvas prints. Add a touch of history and character to your home or office decor."
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
In this evocative photograph from the First World War era, two mighty British battlecruisers, HMS Lion and HMS Princess Royal, can be seen cutting through the waves of the open sea. Dated around 1916, this image captures the essence of the naval power and determination that defined the British Royal Navy during this tumultuous time in history. The battlecruiser HMS Lion, with its distinctive funnel and imposing silhouette, is depicted on the left side of the image. Armed with a main battery of twelve 13.5-inch guns, HMS Lion was one of the most powerful and advanced warships of the era. Commissioned in 1911, she saw action in several major naval engagements, including the Battle of Jutland in 1916. On the right side of the photograph, the battlecruiser HMS Princess Royal proudly displays her White Ensign and the Royal Crest. Launched in 1911, she was the sister ship to HMS Lion and was equally formidable, carrying a main battery of twelve 13.5-inch guns. HMS Princess Royal also participated in the Battle of Jutland, where she sustained significant damage but managed to return to port under her own power. The image of these two battlecruisers at sea during the First World War is a testament to the indomitable spirit and unwavering resolve of the British Royal Navy. Their powerful presence on the open waters served as a symbol of hope and defiance in the face of adversity, as the world grappled with the devastating consequences of the Great War. This photograph, taken circa 1916, offers a unique glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the fate of nations hung in the balance, and the seas roared with the clash of steel and the thunder of gunfire. The image is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who served on these magnificent vessels, and the enduring legacy of the British Royal Navy in the annals of maritime history.
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