Mouse Mat : Izmir, Turkey - Results of bombardment in 1915 (2 / 9)
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Izmir, Turkey - Results of bombardment in 1915 (2 / 9)
Izmir, Turkey - View of the city 24 hours after bombardment by British in March 1915
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Attacked Bombarded Bombed Campaign Damage Devastation Effects Izmir Ruined Smyrna Smyrne Ottoman Ww 1
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 14.6cm (9.3" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
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 haunting image captures the devastating aftermath of the bombardment of Izmir, Turkey, in March 1915, during the First World War. The city, then known as Smyrna, was a major port and commercial hub in the Ottoman Empire. In response to the Ottoman Empire's entry into the war on the side of the Central Powers, the Allied forces, led by the British, launched a naval bombardment on the city. The photo was taken just 24 hours after the bombardment, revealing the extensive damage inflicted upon the city. The ruins of buildings and debris scattered throughout the frame attest to the intensity of the attack. Smoke rises from the wreckage, adding to the sense of destruction and chaos. Izmir was a vibrant and cosmopolitan city, home to a diverse population of Turks, Greeks, Armenians, and Jews. The bombardment resulted in the displacement of thousands of residents and the loss of countless lives. The attack also marked the beginning of the end for the Ottoman Empire, which would eventually be dismantled after the war. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the devastating effects of war and the destruction it wreaks on civilian populations. The ruins of Izmir serve as a testament to the past, a reminder of the history that once was, and a warning of the potential consequences of conflict.
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