Fine Art Print : HMS Comus left behind at Istanbul, Turkey - August 1923
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HMS Comus left behind at Istanbul, Turkey - August 1923
HMS Comus (a C-class light cruiser of the Royal Navy - attached to the 3rd Light Cruiser Squadron in the Mediterranean Fleet ) left behind at Istanbul, following departure of the majority of the British Mediterranean Fleet (including the HMS Marlborough, from whence this photograph was taken). In August 1923, the Allied Powers turned over Istanbul to the Nationalists, marking the final departure of occupation armies from Anatolia. This card marks the occasion of the Allied Generals handing over the custody of the city at the Dolmabahce Palace. Date: 1923
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Media ID 14345556
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Allied Allies Behind Comus Constantinople Control Controlled Controlling Distinctive Istanbul Leaving Mediterranean Nationalist Occupation Skyline Taking 1923
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the historic moment when HMS Comus was left behind in Istanbul, Turkey, August 1923. This evocative image captures the C-class light cruiser of the Royal Navy, a proud symbol of the Mediterranean Fleet's legacy, as it bids farewell to the shores of this enchanting city. With its rich history and intriguing backstory, this Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online makes a captivating addition to any home or office, transporting you to a bygone era.
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 33.9cm (21" x 13.3")
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 the moment of historical significance as HMS Comus, a C-class light cruiser of the Royal Navy, was left behind in Istanbul, Turkey, in August 1923. The British Mediterranean Fleet, including the HMS Marlborough from which this image was taken, had departed, marking the final withdrawal of Allied occupation armies from Anatolia. The Allied Powers were transferring control of the city to the Nationalists, as signified by the handover ceremony taking place at the Dolmabahce Palace. The distinctive Istanbul skyline can be seen in the background, providing a sense of the end of an era. The 1920s were a pivotal time in Turkish history, as the country transitioned from Ottoman rule to a modern, secular state. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the British presence in Istanbul during that period and the eventual relinquishment of control. The C-class HMS Comus, with its proud silhouette, stands as a testament to the rich history and cultural exchange that occurred between Turkey and the Allied Powers during this time.
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