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MINEFIELD AT SEA 1939
Sinister floating mines at sea. Date: 1939
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Media ID 20149999
© Bubblepunk
Explosions Floating Minefield Mines Sinister Weapons
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Step back in time with our MINEFIELD AT SEA 1939 framed print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Prints Online. This haunting image captures the ominous presence of sinister floating mines on the open sea during wartime. Add this historic print to your collection and bring the past to life in your home or office. With high-quality printing and elegant framing options, our framed prints make for a stunning addition to any space. Order yours today and relive history.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting image captures the ominous sight of a minefield at sea during the early days of World War II. Dating back to 1939, this photograph serves as a stark reminder of the deadly tactics used during this global conflict. The sinister floating mines, scattered across the vast expanse of water, exude an air of danger and uncertainty. Their ominous presence signaled the imminent threat of explosions and potential devastation to any unsuspecting ships that dared to venture into these treacherous waters. The military use of mines at sea was a common tactic during wartime, with both sides employing this deadly weapon to protect their own territories and disrupt enemy supply lines. The mines were typically laid by submarines or aircraft, and could be set to detonate upon contact or when a magnetic or acoustic sensor detected the presence of a ship. Despite the risks, naval vessels continued to navigate through these minefields, often with the help of mine sweepers and other specialized vessels. The task of clearing the mines was a dangerous and time-consuming process, requiring immense skill and bravery from the sailors involved. This photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of war at sea during the 20th century. It serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the men and women who served in the military, and the devastating consequences of conflict on the natural world.
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