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Saga of the Salmon by G. H. Davis
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Saga of the Salmon by G. H. Davis
The saga of the Salmon, a British submarine, which let the Bremen go, but torpedoed a German submarine and two cruisers, the Leipzig and the Blucher.
December 1939
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Attack Blucher Bremen Conflict Cruiser Cruisers Davis Double Explosion Leipzig Periscope Spread Submarine Torpedoed December Salmon
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Saga of the Salmon": A Thrilling Tale of War at Sea as Depicted in G.H. Davis' Illustration for the Illustrated London News In the chilling waters of the North Sea during the early days of World War II, the British submarine HMS Salmon, under the command of Lieutenant Commander Lumley-Wood, embarked on a daring mission. The date was December 1939, and the stage was set for a high-stakes confrontation with the German Navy. In this illustration by renowned artist G.H. Davis for the Illustrated London News, we witness the Salmon's encounter with the German cruisers Leipzig and Blucher, as well as the infamous raider Bremen. The double-page spread, filled with intricate detail and tension, unfolds a gripping tale of wartime conflict. The Salmon, with its periscope piercing the surface, had initially let the Bremen slip away, but the British submarine was not to be outmaneuvered. With quick reflexes and expert aim, the Salmon fired a torpedo that struck the Bremen, crippling the raider and forcing it to surrender. But the Salmon's success did not end there. The determined submarine then turned its attention to the approaching Leipzig and Blucher cruisers. In the ensuing chaos, the Salmon's crew expertly fired two torpedoes, hitting both cruisers and causing significant damage. The explosion-filled scene in Davis' illustration captures the raw power and intensity of the battle, with waves crashing over the stricken ships and the Salmon's crew celebrating their victories. This thrilling moment in history stands as a testament to the bravery and skill of the British submarine service during World War II. With its meticulously detailed depiction of the events, G.H. Davis' illustration for the Illustrated London News offers a unique and captivating glimpse into the epic Saga of the Salmon.
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