Poster Print : HMS Birmingham, British light cruiser
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HMS Birmingham, British light cruiser
HMS Birmingham, British light cruiser, seen here at Avonmouth Docks. Date: circa 1914
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Media ID 14169598
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20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of high-quality poster prints featuring the iconic HMS Birmingham, a British light cruiser in stunning detail. Captured in this captivating image, HMS Birmingham is seen at Avonmouth Docks during the early 1900s, showcasing her elegant design and naval prowess. This evocative print is sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and is perfect for enhancing any space with a touch of maritime history. Bring the rich heritage of the British Navy into your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed poster.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
HMS Birmingham, a proud symbol of British naval power and engineering prowess, is seen here at Avonmouth Docks in the year 1914. The light cruiser, with its distinctive funnel and sleek silhouette, was a formidable vessel of the Royal Navy's Home Fleet. Constructed at the Clydebank Shipyard in Scotland, HMS Birmingham was launched in 1911 and commissioned in 1913. Armed with a main battery of twelve 6-inch guns and capable of reaching a top speed of 28 knots, she was a formidable force to be reckoned with. The image captures the ship in its prime, with the cranes of Avonmouth Docks looming in the background. These cranes were essential for the loading and unloading of supplies and munitions, ensuring the HMS Birmingham and other vessels of the fleet were well-equipped for their missions. The First World War was just around the corner, and the HMS Birmingham would play a crucial role in the conflict. She saw action in the North Sea, the Mediterranean, and the Black Sea, engaging enemy vessels and protecting British interests. This photograph is a testament to the rich maritime history of Britain and the Royal Navy. It provides a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when ships like the HMS Birmingham were the backbone of the nation's defense and a source of national pride. The image is a reminder of the ingenuity, determination, and courage of those who served on these vessels and the crucial role they played in shaping the world we live in today.
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