Greetings Card : Dunkirk, France - tugs sunk in the port, WW2
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Dunkirk, France - tugs sunk in the port, WW2
Dunkirk, France - tugs sunk in the port during WW2. Date: 1940-1945
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Media ID 14388056
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Damage Dunkerque Dunkirk List Quay Quayside Sinking Submerged Sunk Tugs
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Transport yourself back in time with our evocative Dunkirk greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring a powerful image of WW2 history, these cards showcase the iconic scene of sunken tugs in the port of Dunkirk, France. Meticulously sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights managed photograph transports you to the heart of the action during the historic evacuation of Dunkirk in 1940-1945. Perfect for history buffs or those seeking a unique and thoughtful greeting, these cards offer a captivating glimpse into the past.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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 evocative photograph captures the desolate scene of sunken tugs in the port of Dunkirk, France during World War II. The image, dated between 1940 and 1945, bears witness to the destructive power of war and the devastating impact it had on this historic European port city. The tugs, essential waterborne workhorses for transport and maneuvering ships in the harbor, lie listlessly in the water, their hulls submerged and battered. The quayside and surrounding buildings also display signs of damage, with debris scattered about and windows shattered. The once bustling port, now eerily quiet, speaks to the disruption and chaos caused by the conflict. Dunkirk, a vital strategic location for the Allies during the early stages of the war, became the site of a major evacuation operation in May 1940, known as Operation Dynamo. Thousands of soldiers were rescued from the beaches and brought to safety by a fleet of civilian and military boats, including tugs. However, the port itself suffered significant damage during the intense bombing raids and naval battles that took place during this time. This poignant photograph serves as a reminder of the destructive consequences of war and the resilience of those who endured it. The sunken tugs in the port of Dunkirk stand as a testament to the past, inviting us to reflect on the sacrifices made during the darkest days of the 20th century.
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