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Lusitania Sinks (Dixon)
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Lusitania Sinks (Dixon)
The Cunard passenger liner sinks, with the loss of 1198 lives, after being torpedoed off the Irish coast by German U-boat U-20, while returning to Britain from America
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1198 Cunard Dixon Lives Loss Lusitania Returning Sinks Steam Ships Torpedoed Liner
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting print captures a tragic moment in history - the sinking of the Lusitania off the Irish coast in 1915. The Cunard passenger liner, on its return journey from America to Britain, was torpedoed by a German U-boat, resulting in the loss of 1198 lives. The image depicts the chaos and devastation as steam ships rush to rescue survivors amidst the wreckage.
The sheer scale of this maritime disaster is evident in this powerful photograph by Mary Evans Picture Library. The sinking of the Lusitania not only marked a significant loss of life but also heightened tensions between nations during World War I. It serves as a stark reminder of the brutality and senselessness of war.
As we gaze upon this historical image, we are reminded of the human cost of conflict and the fragility of life at sea. The bravery and sacrifice displayed by those onboard and those who came to their aid are etched into our collective memory through photographs like these.
Let us honor the memory of those who perished on that fateful day and strive for peace so that tragedies like this may never be repeated. This print stands as a poignant tribute to all those affected by the sinking of the Lusitania.
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