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Armament of HMS Northampton in Chatham Dockyard, lowering an 18-Ton Gun into the Battery (engraving)
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Armament of HMS Northampton in Chatham Dockyard, lowering an 18-Ton Gun into the Battery (engraving)
1590025 Armament of HMS Northampton in Chatham Dockyard, lowering an 18-Ton Gun into the Battery (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Armament of HMS Northampton in Chatham Dockyard, lowering an 18-Ton Gun into the Battery. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 May 1878.
W H Overend); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23073662
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This engraving, titled "Armament of HMS Northampton in Chatham Dockyard, lowering an 18-Ton Gun into the Battery" takes us back to a significant moment in naval history. The scene depicts the meticulous process of arming the renowned warship with its formidable weaponry. In this print by William Heysham Overend, we witness the grandeur and precision of Chatham Dockyard as it prepares to lower an imposing 18-ton gun into the battery. The sheer size and weight of this weapon are awe-inspiring, emphasizing the might and power possessed by HMS Northampton. The artist's attention to detail transports us to that exact moment in May 1878 when this illustration was featured in The Illustrated London News. We can almost hear the clanking sounds of machinery and feel the anticipation among troops present at Chatham Dockyard. As we admire this historical artwork from a private collection, we gain insight into not only naval warfare but also England's military prowess during that era. This image serves as a reminder of how crucial armaments were for protecting national interests and projecting strength across oceans. Through Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform, viewers can appreciate this piece without commercial intentions or associations. Instead, let us focus on appreciating its artistic value while acknowledging its significance within our rich maritime heritage.
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