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Drakes men at Santiago
Thomas Moon, captain of the Francis, part of Francis Drakes fleet, stands on the deck of the ship with his sword, pointing at two men on the floor as others look on. Date: 1585
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1585 Deck Drake Floor Francis Moon Pointing Sailors Santiago Stands
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Add a touch of history to your greetings with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range. This captivating card features an iconic image of Thomas Moon, Captain of Francis Drake's fleet, standing boldly on the deck of his ship, the Francis, with his sword pointed at two men on the floor. The year is 1585, and the scene is Santiago. This evocative Rights Managed image from Mary Evans Prints Online brings the past to life, making for a unique and thoughtful greeting. Perfect for history enthusiasts or as a special gesture, our high-quality greeting cards are sure to impress.
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.
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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.
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This evocative image captures the moment of confrontation on the deck of the English ship, the Francis, off the coast of Santiago in the New World, during Sir Francis Drake's circumnavigation of the globe in 1585. At the helm, with a determined expression and a raised sword, stands Thomas Moon, the captain of the Francis. Two men lie prone on the deck before him, their hands bound, as other sailors look on with a mix of curiosity and apprehension. The exact nature of the incident depicted in the photograph is not known, but it is clear that discipline was being enforced on board. The image serves as a reminder of the harsh realities of life at sea during the Age of Discovery, where obedience and discipline were essential for the survival and success of the voyage. Sir Francis Drake, an English sea captain, privateer, and explorer, was a key figure in the Elizabethan era's maritime history. He is best known for his circumnavigation of the world between 1577 and 1580, making him the first Englishman to achieve this feat. Drake's fleet, which included the Francis, set sail from Plymouth, England, in December 1577, and returned in September 1580, bringing with them valuable spices, gold, and other treasures from the New World. This photograph, taken in 1585 during another voyage to the New World, offers a glimpse into the daily life of the sailors under the command of Captain Thomas Moon on board the Francis. The image is a testament to the courage, determination, and discipline required to undertake such voyages, and the consequences of failing to meet the demands of the sea and the ship's command.
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