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British merchant ship war losses by G. H. Davis
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British merchant ship war losses by G. H. Davis
British merchant ship war losses during the Second World War: the toll of oversea supplies. Britain lost through enemy action 2570 ships and over 11 million tonnage, from the start of the war to VE Day. Date: 1945
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1945 Action Convoy Davis Enemy Loss Losses Lost Merchant Million Overseas Sinking Sunk Supplies Supply Toll Tonnage Vessels
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British Merchant Ship War Losses - The Toll of Overseas Supplies
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is a poignant and historically significant print by G. H. Davis, depicting the devastating impact of enemy action on Britain's merchant fleet during the Second World War. The image, dated 1945, serves as a stark reminder of the 2,570 ships and over 11 million tonnage that were lost from the beginning of the war to Victory in Europe Day. The print, which is part of the Illustrated London News (ILN) collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the vast scale of the maritime disaster that unfolded during the conflict. The image is filled with the silhouettes of sinking and sunken merchant vessels, their masts and rigging disappearing beneath the waves, as they transport vital supplies from overseas. The print also includes the silhouette of a British naval vessel standing guard, a testament to the vital role of the Royal Navy in protecting the merchant fleet and maintaining the supply lines that kept the British war effort going. The Second World War saw the greatest loss of merchant shipping in history, with Britain bearing the brunt of the destruction. The merchant ships were essential to the war effort, transporting food, fuel, and other essential supplies from the United States and other Allied countries to Britain and its allies. The enemy action, primarily from German U-boats and surface raiders, disrupted these vital supply lines, causing widespread hardship and shortages in Britain. The print by G. H. Davis is a powerful visual representation of the sacrifices made during the war and the toll it took on Britain's merchant fleet. It serves as a reminder of the importance of maritime trade and the role of the merchant navy in maintaining the global economy and ensuring the survival of nations during times of conflict.
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