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Poster Print : Zeppelin L15 (LZ48) foundering in Knock Deep, 12 April 1916
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Zeppelin L15 (LZ48) foundering in Knock Deep, 12 April 1916
Zeppelin L15 (LZ48) foundering in Knock Deep, 12 April 1916. Date: 1916
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Media ID 18387936
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Deep Knock Zeppelin Aeronautics Foundering
20x30 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. Witness the historic moment of the Zeppelin L15 (LZ48) in distress, as it is shown foundering in Knock Deep on April 12, 1916. This riveting image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a testament to history and a must-have for any enthusiast or history lover's wall. With its striking details and authenticity, this poster print is not just a decorative piece but a window to the past.
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.
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This image depicts the final moments of Zeppelin L15 (LZ48) as it founders in the cold waters of Knock Deep on the morning of April 12, 1916. The German rigid airship, with the registration number LZ48, was on a reconnaissance mission over the North Sea when it encountered a violent storm. Despite the best efforts of its crew to maintain control, the massive airship was eventually battered by the waves and dragged under. The Zeppelin L15 was a type LZ 15 Schütte-Lanz R III, one of the earliest rigid airships built by the German Zeppelin Company. With a length of 53 meters and a maximum speed of 65 kilometers per hour, it was a technological marvel of its time. However, the vulnerability of these airships to weather conditions and the threat of enemy attacks made them a risky proposition for military use. The image captures the moment of despair as the crew and support vessels attempt to rescue the stricken airship. The massive size of the Zeppelin is evident as it sinks, with its rigid frame and envelope submerged in the water. The scene is a stark reminder of the challenges faced by early aviators and the dangers they encountered in their quest to explore the skies. This photograph is an important historical record of a significant event in the history of aviation. It offers a glimpse into the past, providing insight into the technology, the risks, and the determination of those who dared to take to the skies in the early 20th century.
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