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Framed Print : WW1 / 1915 / U-BOATS KIEL
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WW1 / 1915 / U-BOATS KIEL
U-boats in Kiel harbour Date: 1915
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Media ID 7145361
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22"x18" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating framed print from the Media Storehouse collection. This vintage image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts U-boats in Kiel harbour during the year 1915. A fascinating glimpse into history, this rights managed print brings the intensity and intrigue of World War I to your home or office. Each framed print is meticulously crafted with high-quality materials, ensuring a stunning presentation that adds character and depth to any space. Order yours today and embark on a historical journey like no other.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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
This evocative photograph captures the ominous presence of U-boats in Kiel harbour during World War I. Dated 1915, this image offers a rare glimpse into the clandestine world of the German naval fleet as it prepared for battle on the high seas. The harbour, bustling with activity, is filled with a flotilla of U-boats, their menacing silhouettes looming against the grey waters. The German ensigns fluttering atop the masts of these submarines serve as a stark reminder of the political tensions that had engulfed Europe and plunged the world into war. The year 1915 marked a turning point in the naval warfare of World War I, with the introduction of unrestricted submarine warfare by the German Empire. This strategy, which allowed German U-boats to attack and sink any merchant or military vessel without warning, brought the conflict to the shores of neutral nations and escalated tensions between Germany and the Allied Powers. This photograph, taken in the heart of the German naval base, offers a glimpse into the preparations and readiness of the U-boat fleet. The boats, sleek and menacing, are anchored in the harbour, their torpedoes loaded and ready for deployment. The crew members, clad in heavy coats and caps, stand at attention, their faces a mix of determination and apprehension as they prepare for the uncertain future that lay ahead. The image is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war, as well as the strategic importance of naval power during this period. The U-boats of Kiel harbour would go on to play a significant role in the naval warfare of World War I, sinking hundreds of Allied vessels and contributing to the eventual defeat of Germany in 1918.
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