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Infamous German captain of the SMS Mowe
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Media ID 4478441
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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 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Infamous German Captain of the SMS Mowe: A Figure of Maritime Warfare in World War I" This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the intense gaze and unyielding determination of Captain Max Reichert, the infamous commander of the German SMS Mowe during World War I. The image, taken in 1915, portrays Reichert standing proudly on the bridge wing of his ship, clad in a heavy naval coat and peering through a pair of binoculars. The SMS Mowe, a powerful German torpedo boat, lies in the background, its menacing silhouette looming against the turbulent sea. Reichert, a decorated naval officer, gained notoriety for his daring exploits and relentless pursuit of Allied shipping during the war. His tactics were ruthless and effective, earning him the nickname "Der Riese der Nordsee" or "The Giant of the North Sea." The SMS Mowe, under his command, was responsible for the sinking of numerous Allied vessels, including the British cruiser HMS Hawke and the French destroyer Siroco. Despite his fearsome reputation, Reichert's actions were not without consequence. In 1916, during the Battle of Jutland, the SMS Mowe was severely damaged and eventually scuttled. Reichert, however, managed to escape and continued to evade capture until the end of the war. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the human element in the vast and often impersonal realm of maritime warfare. The infamous German captain of the SMS Mowe stands as a symbol of courage, determination, and the complexities of history. His story, and that of the SMS Mowe, continues to captivate historians, military enthusiasts, and anyone with an interest in the rich tapestry of World War I.
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