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Poster Print : WW1 - The King Stephen fishing boat and Zeppelin L19, 1916
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WW1 - The King Stephen fishing boat and Zeppelin L19, 1916
WW1 - The zeppelin L19 (also known as the LZ 54), was a World War I airship of the of the Imperial German Navy. After its first bomb raid in the UK, the L19 crashed in the North Sea. As seen here, the crew survived the crash, but the airship is sinking. The fishermen of the fishing trawler look towards the German crew, however they refuse to rescue them. Date: 1916
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Airship Balloon Crash Crashed Crew Fishermen Sinking Stephen Trawler Zeppelin
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating WW1 - The King Stephen fishing boat and Zeppelin L19, 1916 print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to the tumultuous era of World War I. The photograph showcases the stark contrast between the tranquil King Stephen fishing boat and the menacing Zeppelin L19, also known as LZ 54, looming overhead. The L19, an Imperial German Navy airship, became infamous for its first bomb raid in the UK, making this image a poignant reminder of the war's impact on everyday life. Add this unique and historically significant print to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office. With Media Storehouse's high-quality poster prints, you can relive the past in brilliant detail.
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 evocative image captures the aftermath of the crash of the German Zeppelin L19, or LZ 54, in the North Sea during World War I. The L19 was a formidable airship of the Imperial German Navy, notorious for its bombing raids on British cities. After its first raid on Great Yarmouth, England, on January 15, 1916, the L19 encountered mechanical trouble and crashed into the North Sea. As seen in this photograph, the crew managed to escape the sinking airship, but their fate was uncertain. The fishermen of the nearby King Stephen, a British steam trawler, watched the scene unfold from their vessel. Despite the potential danger posed by the German crew, the fishermen hesitated to offer assistance. The tension between the two groups was palpable, with the fishermen keeping their distance as the L19 slowly sank beneath the waves. The photograph provides a poignant reminder of the complexities of war and the human cost of conflict. The crew of the L19 had been enemy combatants just hours before, but now they were struggling for survival in the cold North Sea. The fishermen, meanwhile, were caught between their duty to their own safety and their sense of humanity towards their fellow seafarers. The image also serves as a testament to the bravery and resilience of those who faced the challenges of the war at sea.
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