British destroyers v. German U-boat by G. H. Davis
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British destroyers v. German U-boat by G. H. Davis
The long arm of the Royal Navy: a German U-boat meets its end in the Atlantic, British destroyers having picked up its trail 120 miles away. An SOS from a British merchantman which the U-boat had attacked gave the destroyers a clue to the submarines whereabouts. Date: 1939
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Atlantic Attack Clue Davis Destroyers Merchantman Submarine
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The Long Arm of the Royal Navy: A German U-boat Meets Its End in the Atlantic (1939) This evocative photograph by renowned British illustrator G. H. Davis captures the tense moment of a confrontation between British destroyers and a German U-boat in the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean during World War II. The image, titled "The Long Arm of the Royal Navy," depicts the submarine being surrounded by determined British naval forces, having been located some 120 miles away from the site of an SOS call from a beleaguered British merchantman. The year was 1939, and the Second World War had only just begun. The German U-boat, a deadly weapon of the Kriegsmarine, had attacked the merchantman, inflicting damage and endangering the lives of its crew. The SOS message, transmitted in Morse code over the radio, served as a crucial clue for the British destroyers, enabling them to pick up the submarine's trail and engage in a high-stakes battle. The photograph beautifully encapsulates the spirit of the Royal Navy during this period, showcasing their unwavering resolve and advanced intelligence capabilities. The determined look on the faces of the sailors, the billowing smoke from the destroyers' funnels, and the ominous presence of the U-boat beneath the waves all contribute to a sense of drama and urgency. This powerful image is a poignant reminder of the vital role the Royal Navy played in protecting Allied shipping convoys and securing the Atlantic sea lanes during the early stages of the war. It stands as a testament to the courage and resourcefulness of the British sailors who faced the threat of the German U-boats head-on, ensuring the safe passage of vital supplies and reinforcements across the treacherous waters of the Atlantic.
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