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Photographic Print : Sinking of the French liner Sontay, Mediterranean, WW1
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Sinking of the French liner Sontay, Mediterranean, WW1
Scene during the sinking of the French liner Sontay in the Mediterranean after being torpedoed by a German submarine during the First World War, with passengers and crew escaping into lifeboats. Date: 16 April 1917
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Civilians Crew Escape Escaping Life Boat Life Boats Mediterranean Passengers Sinking Submarine Sunk Torpedo Torpedoed Liner Sontay War Time Ww 1
14"x11" Photo Print
Experience history come to life with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Print of the "Sinking of the French liner Sontay, Mediterranean, WW1" from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the poignant scene of passengers and crew members bravely escaping into lifeboats after the French liner was tragically torpedoed during the First World War in the Mediterranean. This captivating image, brought to you by Rights Managed, offers a unique glimpse into history, making it an essential addition to any wall in your home or office. Relive the past with this stunning, high-quality photographic print.
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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) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Amidst the chaos and devastation of the First World War, the Mediterranean Sea became a battleground for naval forces, with both Allied and Central Powers engaging in fierce combat. One such incident occurred on the fateful day of April 16, 1917, when the French liner Sontay was struck by a torpedo from a German submarine. In this poignant and historic photograph, the aftermath of the attack unfolds as the Sontay begins to sink, with passengers and crew members frantically escaping into lifeboats. The once proud and majestic vessel, now listing heavily to one side, is a testament to the brutal realities of war at sea. The Sontay, a French merchant vessel, was on a routine voyage from Marseille to New York when it was unexpectedly hit by the German submarine. With the ship's hull breached and water flooding in, the crew and passengers had little time to react. The scene is one of desperation and urgency, as men, women, and children scramble to board the available lifeboats, their faces etched with fear and determination. As the sun sets on the Mediterranean horizon, the Sontay continues to sink, its once vibrant colors now faded and muted. The water around it is a churning mass of waves, reflecting the turmoil and uncertainty of the moment. The image serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of war, with civilians and soldiers alike caught up in the conflict, striving for survival in the face of adversity.
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