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Sinking of the Lusitania
The sinking of the Cunard ocean liner RMS Lusitania on 7 May 1915, by torpedo off the south-west of Ireland, the German act which more than all else determined Americas entry into the First World War.
1915
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Media ID 14109965
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
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10"x8" Photo Print
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" 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.
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This evocative image captures the final moments of the RMS Lusitania, a Cunard ocean liner that met its tragic end on May 7, 1915, off the south-west coast of Ireland. The Lusitania, a British passenger ship, was torpedoed by a German U-boat during World War I, marking a pivotal event in the conflict. The Lusitania, a symbol of luxury and transportation, was sailing from New York to Liverpool when it was attacked without warning, resulting in the deaths of over 1,100 people, including 128 American citizens. The attack, which was deemed a violation of international law as the Lusitania carried no military cargo, fueled public outrage in the United States and played a significant role in turning American public opinion against Germany, ultimately leading to the country's entry into the war. The image depicts the sinking ship, its stern submerged in the water, as smoke rises from its deck. The surrounding sea is calm, contrasting the chaos and destruction unfolding on the vessel. The scene is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the unintended consequences of military actions. This photograph, taken by the Illustrated London News Ltd, provides a haunting testament to the sinking of the RMS Lusitania and the role it played in shaping the course of World War I. The event remains a powerful reminder of the impact of war on civilians and the complex geopolitical dynamics that can lead to conflict.
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