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Au fort de la bataille Jutland ; le croiseur cuirasse "Warrior" riposant au feu de six... 1916. Creator: Charles Dixon. Au fort de la bataille Jutland ; le croiseur cuirasse "Warrior" riposant au feu de six... 1916
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Au fort de la bataille Jutland ; le croiseur cuirasse "Warrior" riposant au feu de six... 1916. Creator: Charles Dixon. Au fort de la bataille Jutland ; le croiseur cuirasse "Warrior" riposant au feu de six... 1916
Au fort de la bataille Jutland ; le croiseur cuirasse "Warrior" riposant au feu de six adversaires, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII. La Guerre Janvier, Fevrier, Mars, Avril, Mai, Juin 1916"
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Au fort de la bataille Jutland; le croiseur cuirasse "Warrior" reposant au feu de six adversaires," 1916, is a powerful and evocative photograph by renowned British artist Charles Dixon. This image captures the aftermath of the Battle of Jutland during the First World War, which took place on May 31 and June 1, 1916, in the North Sea. The photograph depicts the damaged British cruiser HMS Warrior, with its hull scarred by multiple shell hits, resting at anchor amidst the smoke and chaos of the battlefield. The title "Au fort de la bataille" translates to "At the heart of the battle," and the image conveys the intense and relentless nature of naval warfare during this period. The six adversaries mentioned in the title are likely the enemy ships that targeted the Warrior, leaving it with significant damage. The cruiser's guns are still trained on the horizon, a metaphor for the ever-present threat of attack and the unyielding resolve of the British Navy. Charles Dixon, a prolific illustrator and photographer, captured this image as part of his work for the French publication "L'Illustration" during the First World War. The photograph is a testament to the bravery and resilience of the sailors who served on these vessels, as well as the devastating impact of modern warfare on both sides of the conflict. The print, from the Collection de la Guerre IV, provides a poignant and enduring record of this pivotal moment in world history. The photograph's use of black and white enhances the sense of drama and contrast, with the dark waters of the sea reflecting the damaged hull of the Warrior and the smoke from the battle rising into the sky. The image is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War and the enduring legacy of naval warfare in shaping the course of history.
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