Metal Print : Tirpitz battery WWI
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Tirpitz battery WWI
Damage to the emplacement of a gun of the Tirpitz Battery caused by a 38cm shell in Ostend, Belgium during World War I
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Battery Cannon Cannons Damage Guns Ostend Tirpitz Weapon Weapons Ww 1
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our stunning Metal Print of Tirpitz Battery from the First World War. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the damage inflicted on the emplacement of a gun during a fierce battle in Ostend, Belgium. The high-quality Metal Print brings the history to life, with its vibrant colors and exceptional detail, making it a unique and eye-catching addition to any space. The durable metal material ensures a long-lasting and modern presentation of this historical moment. Relive the past with our Tirpitz Battery Metal Print - a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" 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 the aftermath of the relentless bombardment endured by the Tirpitz Battery in Ostend, Belgium during the First World War. The image shows the extensive damage inflicted upon one of the massive gun emplacements, a testament to the destructive power of the 38cm (15 inch) German naval guns that once dominated this coastal fortification. The Tirpitz Battery, named after the German Admiral Alfred von Tirpitz, was a key component of the German defensive line along the North Sea coast. Constructed between 1906 and 1912, the battery housed a total of six large guns, each capable of firing a shell weighing over 900 pounds (400 kg) over a distance of 15 miles (24 km). These guns posed a significant threat to Allied shipping and coastal towns, and were a source of great concern for the British Royal Navy. However, the battery's invulnerability was short-lived. In the early hours of October 28, 1914, the British naval forces launched a daring raid on Ostend, using a combination of battleships, cruisers, and destroyers to bombard the German positions. The Tirpitz Battery was heavily targeted, and this photograph depicts the aftermath of one such attack. The gun emplacement, with its intricate network of concrete and steel, lies in ruins, the once mighty cannon reduced to a twisted, crumpled mass of metal. This poignant image serves as a reminder of the devastating impact of war and the enduring power of history. The Tirpitz Battery, once a symbol of German military might, now stands as a testament to the destructive capabilities of the weapons of war during the First World War.
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