Fine Art Print : American Navy sailors queuing for beer on the USS Massachuse
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American Navy sailors queuing for beer on the USS Massachuse
American Navy sailors queuing for beer on the USS Massachusetts battleship in America Date: circa 1901
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Media ID 14250177
© Mary Evans/Library of Congress
Battleship Beer Massachusetts Queuing Sailors 1901
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of American Navy sailors queuing for beer on the USS Massachusetts battleship, circa 1901. This evocative photograph, rights-managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into the past, transporting you to a bygone era of maritime history. Ideal for enhancing your home or office decor, these high-quality prints are a must-have for history enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone who appreciates the beauty and intrigue of the past. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 of relaxation and camaraderie among American Navy sailors aboard the USS Massachusetts battleship, circa 1901. The image shows a long queue of sailors, dressed in their uniforms, patiently waiting their turn to purchase beer from a makeshift stand. The atmosphere is lively and convivial, with sailors chatting and laughing as they wait in line. The USS Massachusetts was a proud symbol of the United States Navy's power and prowess during the early 20th century. Commissioned in 1897, the battleship saw action in the Spanish-American War and the Philippine-American War. Despite the ship's formidable reputation, this photograph offers a rare glimpse into the human side of life aboard the battleship. The sight of sailors queuing for beer is a common one in the annals of naval history. Beer was a staple of sailors' diets, providing them with much-needed calories and morale-boosting sustenance during long voyages and arduous duties. The sale of beer on board ships was a well-established tradition, with sailors often purchasing it from onboard stores or from enterprising vendors like the one depicted in this photograph. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the daily life and experiences of American Navy sailors during the early 20th century. It offers a glimpse into a bygone era, when the camaraderie and shared experiences of sailors aboard battleships like the USS Massachusetts helped to forge a strong and enduring sense of unity and pride within the Navy.
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