Framed Print : Lion Sinks a Cruiser

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Lion Sinks a Cruiser

In a naval engagement off Heligoland, the Lion sinks a German cruiser

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Media ID 619025

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Battle Ship Cruiser Engagement Guns Heligoland Lion Sinks

22"x18" Modern Frame

Introducing the stunning "Lion Sinks a Cruiser" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library. This iconic image captures the thrilling moment of a naval engagement off Heligoland, as HMS Lion triumphantly sinks a German cruiser. The intricate details and vibrant colors of this historic photograph will transport you to the heart of the action. Perfectly framed and ready to hang, this print is a must-have for any nautical enthusiast or history lover's collection. Experience the excitement of the high seas and relive this pivotal moment in maritime history. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.

20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")

Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

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> Historic > World War I and II > Historical events

> Historic > World War I and II > Naval warfare

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the intensity and chaos of the naval engagement off the coast of Heligoland Bight during the early days of World War I. The British Lion, a powerful battlecruiser, is depicted in the foreground, its massive guns trained on the doomed German cruiser, which is shown engulfed in smoke and flames, sinking slowly into the North Sea. The date is August 28, 1914, and the location is the Heligoland Bight, a strategic waterway in the Baltic Sea. The Battle of Heligoland Bight was a significant naval engagement in the early stages of the war, with both sides suffering losses. The German High Seas Fleet, under the command of Vice Admiral Friedrich von Ingenohl, had sortied from its home port in Wilhelmshaven in an attempt to lure the British Grand Fleet into a battle. The British, under the command of Admiral David Beatty, had intercepted the German fleet and engaged it in a fierce battle. The Lion, one of the most powerful battlecruisers in the British fleet, played a pivotal role in the battle. In this photograph, we see the Lion sinking the German cruiser Seydlitz, which had been badly damaged during the engagement. The Seydlitz, with its crew of over 700 men, went down with the sinking ship, marking a significant victory for the British. The smoke and gunfire in the image add to the sense of drama and intensity, while the calm waters and clear sky provide a stark contrast to the chaos unfolding on the water. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the brutal and decisive nature of naval warfare during this period, and the sacrifices made by the men on both sides.

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