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Warship Hms Hood
HMS Hood, completed in 1920, was the worlds largest warship for more than two decades. She was finally sunk by the Bismarck in 1941 at the Battle of Denmark Strait
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1941 Battle Ship Completed Cruiser Decades Denmark Finally Hood Largest Steam Ships Strait Sunk War Ship War Ships 1925
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the historic grandeur of the sea with our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring the iconic HMS Hood. Completed in 1920, this warship held the title of the world's largest for over two decades. Witness the majesty of HMS Hood in her prime, captured in stunning detail by Mary Evans Prints Online. Our high-quality prints are rights managed, ensuring authenticity and exclusivity. Add a piece of maritime history to your home or office décor with this captivating image of HMS Hood.
Ideal for framing, Australian made Photo Prints are produced on high-quality 270 gsm lustre photo paper which has a subtle shimmer adding a touch of elegance, designed to enhance their visual appeal.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19cm x 25.4cm (7.5" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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HMS Hood: The Pride of the British Navy, Sunk in the Battle of Denmark Strait in 1941 This photograph captures the majesty and grandeur of HMS Hood, the largest warship in the world when she was completed in 1920. Measuring over 863 feet in length and displacing 42,000 tons, HMS Hood was a symbol of the British naval power and a testament to the technological advancements of the early 20th century. Circa 1925, this image showcases the Hood in all her glory, with her distinctive funnels and imposing gun turrets towering above the waterline. The Hood was a battlecruiser, a type of steam-powered warship designed for both speed and firepower, and was armed with a formidable armament of twelve 15-inch guns. Despite her impressive size and firepower, the Hood's reign as the largest warship in the world was short-lived. She was surpassed by the Italian Roma and the American Yamato in the late 1920s and early 1930s, respectively. However, the Hood's place in naval history is secure, as she went down in legendary fashion during the Battle of Denmark Strait on May 24, 1941. Engaged in a desperate battle against the German battleship Bismarck, the Hood and her sister ship HMS Prince of Wales were no match for the larger and more heavily-armed Bismarck. In the end, the Hood was fatally hit by a salvo of shells, and she sank with the loss of 1,415 crew members. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the HMS Hood's storied history and her ultimate sacrifice in the defense of her country. The Hood's sinking marked the end of an era in naval warfare and underscored the importance of technological superiority on the battlefield.
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