Fine Art Print : Whales mistaken for u-boats during WW1
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Whales mistaken for u-boats during WW1
A page from The Illustrated London News, featuring two whales photographed from the air, showing how they could be mistaken for u-boats, and consequently bombed.
WW1
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Media ID 14387386
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Identity Mar16 Mistaken Submarine Submarines Whale Whales
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This evocative illustration, sourced from The Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us to the heart of World War I. The image, taken from the air, showcases two majestic whales, their dark silhouettes eerily resembling those of enemy submarines. This historic print offers a fascinating glimpse into the confusion and tension of the war years, making it a must-have addition to any history or art enthusiast's collection.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
During the turbulent waters of the First World War, the battle between Allied forces and German U-boats raged relentlessly in the Atlantic Ocean. The threat of submarine attacks was ever-present, and the fear of encountering one of these deadly vessels was a constant concern for naval personnel and merchant sailors alike. However, in the vast expanse of the sea, nature often played a deceptive hand, as evidenced by this intriguing photograph from The Illustrated London News. The image captures two humpback whales, majestically breaching the surface of the water off the coast of Newfoundland. Seen from the air, their large, dark silhouettes bear an uncanny resemblance to that of a U-boat. This striking similarity, combined with the heightened state of alertness during wartime, led to a tragic case of mistaken identity. In the autumn of 1916, a British flying boat, on patrol for enemy submarines, spotted these two whales and, believing them to be U-boats, dropped depth charges in an attempt to destroy them. The explosions caused significant disturbance in the water, but fortunately, the whales managed to escape unharmed. This fascinating photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced during wartime, when the line between friend and foe could be blurred, and the natural world could offer unexpected deceptions. It also highlights the importance of human observation and critical thinking, as well as the potential consequences of acting on incomplete or incorrect information.
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