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HMS Vindictive aircraft carrier, WW1
HMS Vindictive, a Hawkins-class heavy cruiser (then called HMS Cavendish) converted to an experimental aircraft carrier and renamed. Seen here towards the end of the First World War, with an unidentified warship in the background. Date: circa 1918
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Air Craft Carrier Cavendish Converted Cruiser Experimental Hawkins Heavy Renamed Vindictive War Ship War Time Ww 1
14"x11" Photo Print
Bring a piece of history into your home with our stunning photographic print of HMS Vindictive, the pioneering aircraft carrier from World War I. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the HMS Vindictive in all its glory as it forged new ground in naval warfare. With its intricate details and vivid colors, this rights managed print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Order now and add a touch of maritime heritage to your decor.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 26cm (14" x 10.2")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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 photograph captures the HMS Vindictive, a historic and pioneering vessel of the British Royal Navy, towards the end of the First World War. Originally commissioned as the HMS Cavendish, a Hawkins-class heavy cruiser, the HMS Vindictive underwent a groundbreaking conversion to become an experimental aircraft carrier. During this transformation, the ship's upper deck was extended and reinforced to accommodate a flight deck and a hangar for seaplane storage. The conversion was completed in late 1917, and the HMS Vindictive became the first ship of her kind in the Royal Navy. In this image, the HMS Vindictive is seen anchored in the sea, with an unidentified warship in the background. The aircraft carrier's distinctive silhouette, adorned with seaplanes and their supporting structures, stands out against the backdrop of the open water. The HMS Vindictive represented a significant leap forward in naval warfare, paving the way for the development of larger and more advanced aircraft carriers in the future. The First World War, which raged from 1914 to 1918, marked a turning point in the history of warfare, with the advent of new technologies and strategies. The HMS Vindictive, with its innovative conversion, embodied the spirit of innovation and adaptation that characterized the Great War. This photograph serves as a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of the British Navy during this tumultuous period in history.
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