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Fine Art Print : Operation Mincemeat - gravestone of Major Martin
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Operation Mincemeat - gravestone of Major Martin
Gravestone of Major William Martin in the Nuestra Senora cemetery in Huelva, Spain, whose body was found washed up on shore in Spain on 30th April 1943, an elaborate and successful deception by British forces in World War Two (codenamed Operation Mincemeat) to convince German high command that the Allies were planning to attack Greece and Sardinia in 1943 rather than Sicily, the actual objective. Major Martin never in fact existed and his body was that of Glyndwr Michael, a homeless man who had died in January 1943. Date: 1943
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1943 Cemetery Deception Grave Gravestone Hoax Huelva Intelligence Major Martin Mincemeat Nuestra Operation Senora Tomb
21"x7" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the intrigue and history behind one of World War II's most daring deceptions with our exclusive range of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Operation Mincemeat - Gravestone of Major Martin," showcases the gravestone of Major William Martin in the Nuestra Senora cemetery in Huelva, Spain. The body of Major Martin, a British intelligence officer, was found on the Spanish shore on April 30, 1943, as part of a covert operation to mislead the Axis powers about the location of the Allied invasion of Sicily. This evocative print, brought to you by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, makes a striking addition to any home or office, and is a perfect conversation starter for history enthusiasts and art lovers alike.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 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 17.7cm x 45.2cm (7" x 17.8")
Estimated Product Size is 33cm x 68.6cm (13" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: "Operation Mincemeat: The Gravestone of Major William Martin in Huelva, Spain - A Testament to a Successful Deception in World War II" 2. In the tranquil Nuestra Senora cemetery in Huelva, Spain, stands the gravestone of Major William Martin, a name etched in history for his role in one of the most intriguing deceptions of World War II. The year was 1943, and the Allied forces were planning a daring invasion of Sicily, codenamed Operation Husky. However, the German high command was growing increasingly suspicious of the Allies' intentions, and the need for a diversion became crucial. 3. Enter Operation Mincemeat, a brilliant deception orchestrated by British intelligence. The plan involved planting a dead body, dressed as a British military officer and laden with false documents, off the coast of Huelva, Spain. The body was that of Glyndwr Michael, a homeless man who had died in January 1943. The documents revealed details of an invasion of Greece and Sardinia, leading the Germans to believe that the Allies had changed their targets. 4. Major Martin, a figment of the British intelligence's imagination, was laid to rest in the Nuestra Senora cemetery, his grave becoming a symbol of the successful deception. The operation, carried out on 30th April 1943, fooled the Germans, allowing the Allies to proceed with their plans for Sicily undisturbed. 5. Today, the gravestone of Major William Martin stands as a reminder of the intricacies of wartime intelligence and the lengths to which nations will go to gain a strategic advantage. The historical significance of this deception continues to captivate audiences, making it a fascinating chapter in the annals of World War II history.
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