Photographic Print : Sailors carrying potatoes onto HMS Coventry, Second World
Photo Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Sailors carrying potatoes onto HMS Coventry, Second World
Photograph showing the seamen of HMS Coventry carrying sacks of potatoes onto their ship, as it is refitted at a British dockyard in 1940. HMS Coventry was an anti-aircraft cruiser of 4290 tons
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 4392885
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10220228
Air Craft Anti Cruiser Dockyard Potatoes Refitted Sacks Sailors Seamen Tons
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints, featuring the evocative image of "Sailors carrying potatoes onto HMS Coventry" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating photograph takes us back in time to 1940, as brave seamen of the HMS Coventry, a British anti-aircraft cruiser of 4290 tons, toil at the dockyard, refitting their ship with essential supplies. The image, rights managed, captures the spirit of resilience and determination during wartime, making it a perfect addition to any historical or maritime-themed collection. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in history as sailors of HMS Coventry diligently carry sacks of potatoes onto their ship during its refitting at a British dockyard in 1940. HMS Coventry, an anti-aircraft cruiser of 4290 tons, was undergoing essential repairs and preparations for the ongoing Second World War. The importance of this moment is twofold: not only was the ship being fortified to protect against air attacks, but it was also being supplied with essential provisions to sustain its crew. The image, taken by an unknown photographer, shows a line of sailors in their navy uniforms, each balancing a sack of potatoes on their shoulders as they carefully make their way up the gangplank. The ship's hull can be seen in the background, with the cranes and structures of the dockyard looming in the distance. The atmosphere is one of industry and determination, as the crew works tirelessly to ensure the readiness of their vessel for the battles ahead. The Second World War brought about a significant increase in the demand for food imports, particularly for the British navy, which relied heavily on its ships to transport goods from allied countries. Potatoes, a staple food source, were an essential component of the sailors' rations. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and hard work that went into maintaining the British fleet during this critical time in history. The photograph, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, is a valuable historical document that offers a unique glimpse into the daily life of a warship and its crew during the Second World War.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
