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The Crisis in the East, the Turkish Fleet leaving the Dardanelles for Cretan Waters (litho)
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The Crisis in the East, the Turkish Fleet leaving the Dardanelles for Cretan Waters (litho)
1036860 The Crisis in the East, the Turkish Fleet leaving the Dardanelles for Cretan Waters (litho) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crisis in the East, the Turkish Fleet leaving the Dardanelles for Cretan Waters. Illustration for The Graphic, 3 April 1897.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23558916
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Crisis Dardanelles East Leaving The Graphic Turkish Fleet
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The Crisis in the East - A Historic Departure
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. This lithograph, titled "The Crisis in the East, the Turkish Fleet leaving the Dardanelles for Cretan Waters" captures a significant moment in history. Created by William Lionel Wyllie and preserved in a private collection, this print offers a glimpse into an event that unfolded on April 3,1897. As tensions mounted between Greece and Turkey over the island of Crete, this illustration was featured in The Graphic to shed light on the escalating crisis. The image showcases an impressive fleet of Turkish ships departing from the iconic Dardanelles Strait towards Cretan waters. Among them are various vessels ranging from large naval warships to smaller tugboats. This scene not only highlights the magnitude of military power but also emphasizes the urgency and gravity of the situation at hand. With troops visible onboard these ships, it becomes evident that this departure signifies more than just a routine voyage; it symbolizes armed forces mobilizing for potential conflict. Wyllie's meticulous engraving technique brings life to each ship as they sail through turbulent waters towards their destination. This artwork serves as both a historical record and an artistic masterpiece that encapsulates one of many pivotal moments during this tumultuous period. "The Crisis in the East" lithograph is not merely an aesthetically pleasing piece; it represents a critical juncture where political tensions transformed into tangible actions at sea. It stands as a testament to human ambition, power struggles, and
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