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HMS Wren - Admiralty modified W class destroyer
HMS Wren (D88/I88) was an Admiralty modified W class destroyer built for the Royal Navy. She was ordered in April 1918 from Yarrow Shipbuilders Limited under the 13th Order for Destroyers of the Emergency War Program of 1918-19. She was the third Royal Navy ship to carry the name, which was introduced in 1653. Sunk on 27th July 1940 by air attack off Aldeburgh, Suffolk by German Junkers Ju-87 aircraft. Date: circa 1939
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
13th Admiralty Destroyer Emergency Modified Order Prepared Program Screen Shipbuilders Sunk Wren Yarrow
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring a piece of naval history into your home with our exquisite Fine Art Print of HMS Wren from the Media Storehouse collection. This stunning image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the Admiralty modified W class destroyer, HMS Wren (D88/I88), built for the Royal Navy in 1918. With its intricate details and vibrant colors, this print is not only a beautiful addition to any room but also a testament to the rich maritime heritage. Order now and let this fine art print tell the story of HMS Wren's storied past.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 32.6cm (21" x 12.8")
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.
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In this evocative photograph, the Admiralty modified W class destroyer HMS Wren (D88/I88) cuts through the water with a determined and resolute demeanor. Built by Yarrow Shipbuilders Limited in Scotland as part of the 13th Order for Destroyers of the Emergency War Program of 1918-19, HMS Wren was one of several Royal Navy vessels ordered in response to the growing threat of war. Commissioned in 1919, she was the third Royal Navy ship to bear the name, which was first introduced in 1653. As the date on the photograph suggests, this image was likely taken around 1939, just prior to the outbreak of World War II. At this time, HMS Wren was equipped with the latest technology and weaponry, including a powerful armament of six 4.7-inch guns and two quadruple torpedo tubes. Her primary role was to provide smoke screens for naval convoys, making her an invaluable asset in the defense of Britain's shores. Tragically, HMS Wren's service in the Royal Navy came to an end on July 27, 1940, when she was sunk off Aldeburgh, Suffolk, by German Junkers Ju-87 aircraft. Despite her valiant efforts to protect Britain's naval forces, HMS Wren was a casualty of the brutal air war that raged over the English Channel during the early years of the war. This poignant photograph serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who served in the Royal Navy during this time, and the crucial role that these vessels played in defending Britain during the darkest days of World War II.
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