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Launch of HMS Trafalgar, Woolwich Royal Dockyard, Kent, 1841
Launch of HMS Trafalgar, Woolwich Royal Dockyard, Kent, 1841. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert were among those attending the ceremony, which was watched by an estimated 500, 000 people. Trafalgar was a 120 gun first rate ship of the line. Woolwich Dockyard was founded by Henry VIII in 1512 to build his flagship Henri Grace a Dieu (the Great Harry ), the largest warship of its time
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14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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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This print captures a momentous event in British naval history - the launch of HMS Trafalgar at Woolwich Royal Dockyard, Kent in 1841. The grand ceremony was attended by none other than Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, who were among the estimated 500,000 spectators witnessing this majestic spectacle. HMS Trafalgar, a formidable 120-gun first-rate ship of the line, symbolized Britain's naval prowess during the 19th century. Its construction took place at Woolwich Dockyard, established by Henry VIII in 1512 to build his magnificent flagship Henri Grace a Dieu. This historic dockyard played an integral role in shaping England's maritime dominance. The image showcases the excitement and pride that engulfed both land and water as people gathered along the River Thames to witness this remarkable event. Flags flutter proudly against the backdrop of London's skyline while ships dotting the river add to its bustling atmosphere. Queen Victoria, known as Empress of India during her reign, stands alongside Prince Albert - their presence underscoring their support for Britain's naval endeavors. The monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to this scene from long ago. This photograph is not just a visual record but also serves as a testament to Britain's rich maritime heritage and its enduring legacy in naval warfare. It invites us to reflect on an era when launching such mighty vessels represented power projection on an international scale – truly capturing an extraordinary moment frozen in time.
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