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The super-dreadnought Monarch
British super-dreadnought battleship, " Monarch" completed in 1912 and pictured at the beginning of the First World War. One of four Orion class battleships built, she was present at the Battle of Jutland in 1916 but survived the war. Date: 1914
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This evocative photograph captures the British super-dreadnought battleship HMS Monarch as she cuts through the choppy waters of the North Sea at the beginning of the First World War, in 1914. Completed just two years earlier in 1912, Monarch was one of four Orion-class battleships built for the Royal Navy, each outfitted with the latest advances in naval warfare technology. With a displacement of over 22,000 tons and armed with ten 13.5-inch guns, Monarch was a formidable force to be reckoned with. As the world descended into conflict, Monarch was present at the Battle of Jutland in 1916, the largest naval battle of the war. Despite the intense fighting, Monarch survived the battle, a testament to her robust design and the skill of her crew. The photograph captures the Monarch in her prime, a symbol of British naval power and determination during a time of great upheaval. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the historical significance of this era, and the role that these magnificent vessels played in shaping the course of world history. With the ominous clouds looming in the background, the photograph also evokes a sense of the uncertainty and tension that characterized the early years of the war. This powerful image is a must-have for any history buff, military enthusiast, or anyone interested in the history of naval warfare.
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