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HMS Good Hope, British armoured cruiser
HMS Good Hope, British Drake-class armoured cruiser, launched 1901, sunk during the Battle of Coronel, 1 November 1914, off the coast of Chile. Date: circa 1914
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the HMS Good Hope, a British Drake-class armoured cruiser launched in 1901. This iconic vessel, depicted in a captivating image from Mary Evans Prints Online (circa 1914), played a significant role in naval history, sinking during the Battle of Coronel on 1 November 1914, off the coast of Chile. Add this beautiful print to your home or office as a conversation starter and a testament to maritime history. Order now and relive the past with the authentic details and vivid colors of our high-quality poster prints.
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
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HMS Good Hope: A Monument to Valor and Tragedy in the Battle of Coronel during World War I This evocative photograph captures the majesty and power of HMS Good Hope, a British Drake-class armoured cruiser launched in 1901. With her distinctive funnels belching smoke, the ship cuts an imposing figure on the vast expanse of the sea. Yet, this image holds a poignant historical significance, as HMS Good Hope met her end just a few months after this photograph was taken, during the Battle of Coronel off the coast of Chile on 1 November 1914. The First World War's opening naval engagement, the Battle of Coronel, saw the British Royal Navy's HMS Good Hope and HMS Monmouth clash with the German squadron led by Vice Admiral Maximilian von Spee. Despite initial successes, the British forces were ultimately defeated, marking a significant blow to the British morale and naval dominance. HMS Good Hope, a symbol of British naval power, was sunk during the battle, along with over 1,000 lives lost. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the immense sacrifices made during the early days of the First World War. The smoke rising from the ship's funnels is a testament to the fierce battle that unfolded, while the calm waters and clear skies around the vessel underscore the stark contrast between the tranquility of the sea and the chaos of war. The sinking of HMS Good Hope remains a significant moment in maritime history, and this photograph offers a glimpse into the past, preserving the memory of a proud and valiant ship and her crew.
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