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Bombardment of Kum Kale
Turkish guns being blown up by British shells at the entrance to the Dardanelles. Date: 1915
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Media ID 14387572
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the raw power and intensity of history with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the iconic image of the Bombardment of Kum Kale by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating photograph transports you back to 1915 during the Turkish-British conflict at the Dardanelles, where British ships unleash their fury with powerful shells against the fortified entrance. Our high-quality metal prints bring out the rich details and vibrant colors, making each print a stunning addition to your home or office decor. Relive history in a whole new way with this beautiful and durable piece of art.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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 a pivotal moment in the First World War's ill-fated Dardanelles Campaign. Taken in 1915, the image depicts the Bombardment of Kum Kale, a crucial strategic point at the entrance to the Dardanelles Straits, which the Allied forces sought to control in order to open a route to Constantinople and the Black Sea. The photograph shows Turkish guns being blown up by British shells, marking a significant advance in the Allied offensive. The intense bombardment, which lasted for several days, was intended to weaken the Turkish defenses and pave the way for an amphibious assault. The scene is one of chaos and destruction, with thick plumes of smoke rising from the explosions, and the water around the guns churning with the impact of the shells. The Turkish soldiers, who had been manning the guns just moments before, are nowhere to be seen, having either been killed or forced to retreat. The Bombardment of Kum Kale was a turning point in the Dardanelles Campaign, which ultimately failed to achieve its objectives. The Allied forces suffered heavy losses, and the campaign is now widely regarded as a costly and unnecessary diversion from the main Western Front. Despite its military failure, the Dardanelles Campaign remains an important chapter in the history of the First World War, and this photograph offers a powerful reminder of the devastating impact of modern warfare on the battlefield.
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