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Fine Art Print : Sinking of the American liner Lusitania after being struck by a torpedo
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Sinking of the American liner Lusitania after being struck by a torpedo
Sinking of the American liner Lusitania after being struck by a torpedo from a German submarine, 7 May 1915. A number of passengers drowned. Germans claimed she was carrying munitions
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Media ID 9789133
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1915 America American Carrying Claimed Drowned German Germans Liner Munitions Number Passengers Shipwreck Sinking Struck Submarine Torpedo Lusitania
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience history like never before with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints of the Sinking of the Lusitania. Witness the poignant moment of the American liner being struck by a torpedo from a German submarine on May 7, 1915. This powerful image from Universal Images Group (UIG) captures the chaos and tragedy of the sinking, with passengers desperately trying to escape the doomed ship. Our high-quality Fine Art Prints bring history to life, allowing you to relive pivotal moments in time. Order yours today and add a piece of historical art to your collection.
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 28.9cm (21" x 11.4")
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 historic print captures the tragic moment of the sinking of the American liner Lusitania on May 7,1915. The image vividly portrays the devastating aftermath caused by a torpedo strike from a German submarine during World War I. As chaos ensued, a number of passengers tragically drowned in this catastrophic event. The sinking of the Lusitania became an infamous act that intensified tensions between America and Germany during this tumultuous time. The Germans claimed that the ship was carrying munitions, further fueling controversy surrounding this tragedy. In this poignant photograph, we witness the somber remnants of a once majestic liner now transformed into a haunting shipwreck. It serves as a stark reminder of both human vulnerability and the destructive power unleashed during times of war. Through this powerful visual documentation provided by Universal Images Group (UIG), we are transported back to an era where nations clashed and innocent lives were lost at sea. This print encapsulates not only an important historical event but also symbolizes the profound impact it had on relations between Germany, Britain, and America
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