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A torpedo fired from HMS Afridi - British Destroyer
A torpedo fired from HMS Afridi - Britains Biggest Destroyer (at this time). Date: circa 1939
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Afridi Biggest Destroyer Fired Fires Firing Jul19 Launched Torpedo Tube Weapon
20x30 inch Poster Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This captivating image showcases a torpedo being fired from HMS Afridi, the largest British destroyer at the time, circa 1939. Obtained from the extensive Mary Evans Prints Online archive, this rights-managed print adds an intriguing touch to any space. Experience the thrill of naval history in high-quality detail, perfect for history enthusiasts, maritime museums, or personal collections. Order now and make your walls a testament 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this historic photograph, a torpedo is being fired from the forward torpedo tube of HMS Afridi, the largest and most advanced destroyer in the British Royal Navy at the time. The image, captured around July 1939, depicts a significant moment in naval warfare as the destroyer prepares to launch its deadly weapon against an unseen enemy. HMS Afridi, commissioned in 1936, was a formidable vessel, armed with an impressive array of weaponry including six 4.7-inch guns, eight 2-pounder anti-aircraft guns, and eight torpedo tubes. This photograph showcases the destructive capabilities of one of those torpedo tubes, which could fire a torpedo with a range of up to 10,000 yards (9,100 meters). The torpedo itself was a lethal weapon, designed to be propelled underwater towards its target, exploding on impact to cause extensive damage or sink the enemy ship. The precise moment of launching a torpedo required skill, timing, and coordination from the crew, who would have to aim the tube, set the fuse, and fire the weapon at the right moment. This photograph offers a glimpse into the tense and dangerous world of naval warfare during the late 1930s, as the world geared up for the conflict that would soon engulf Europe and the world. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the technological advancements and military might of the Royal Navy during this period, and the crucial role that destroyers like HMS Afridi played in defending Britain's interests and maintaining peace and security on the seas.
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