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Submarine incident in North Sea by G. H. Davis
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Submarine incident in North Sea by G. H. Davis
A submarine incident in the North Sea. How the sinking of the German cruiser Hela was accomplished (top). Two other illustrations relate to: (1) protection for steamers against floating mines and (2) a suggested method for protecting minesweepers against floating mines whilst engaged in sweeping operations.
13 September 1914
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Cruiser Floating Incident Method Mine Mines Minesweeper Minesweepers Mining Operation Operations Protect Protecting Protection Safety Sinking Steamer Steamers Submarine Suggested Suggestion Sunk Sweep Sweeping Weapon Hela Weapons
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In the turbulent waters of the North Sea, on the fateful day of September 13, 1914, an historic submarine incident unfolded. The German cruiser Hela, a formidable vessel of the Kaiserliche Marine, met its end in a bold and daring maneuver orchestrated by an Allied submarine. The top illustration in this print captures the dramatic moment of the Hela's sinking, as the submarine emerges from the depths, its periscope piercing the surface, signaling the imminent demise of the enemy cruiser. The submarine's success in this mission marked a significant turning point in the naval warfare of World War I. The ability to sink enemy ships from beneath the waves offered a new and effective means of combat, challenging the dominance of surface fleets. Two additional illustrations accompany this account, each shedding light on the innovative measures being taken to protect merchant steamers and minesweepers from the threat of floating mines. The first depicts a protective shield or net being deployed around a steamer, designed to safeguard it from the destructive force of mines. The second illustration suggests a method for shielding minesweepers from mines while they carry out their vital operations. These inventive solutions underscore the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the naval forces during this period of conflict. The North Sea, once a bustling hub of maritime commerce and naval activity, had become a dangerous battleground. The sinking of the Hela and the subsequent innovations in protective measures serve as a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the naval forces during the early days of World War I.
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