Poster Print : Deutschland crew go aboard City of Flint by G. H. Davis
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Deutschland crew go aboard City of Flint by G. H. Davis
The beginning of the eventful odyssey of the American cargo steamer, the City of Flint: the Deutschlands crew go aboard. Date: 9 October 1939
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Media ID 14132647
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A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the stunning poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the iconic image "Deutschland crew go aboard City of Flint" by G. H. Davis. This captivating photograph transports us back in time to the historic moment on 9 October 1939, as the crew of the German cruiser Deutschland boards the American cargo steamer, City of Flint. This rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike, adding a touch of nostalgia and intrigue to any space. Bring a piece of maritime history into your home or office with this beautiful, high-quality poster print.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this historic photograph, the crew of the German cruiser Deutschland are seen boarding the American cargo steamer City of Flint on October 9, 1939. The eventful odyssey of the City of Flint marks the beginning of a series of incidents that would escalate tensions between the United States and Germany, leading the world closer to the brink of war. The City of Flint, an American merchant vessel, was sailing from Baltimore to Sweden when it was intercepted by the German cruiser Deutschland in the North Atlantic. The German crew demanded that the City of Flint change course and follow them to a German port for inspection. The American captain, Thomas W. Taylor, refused, citing the neutrality laws of the United States. The incident, known as the "Deutschland incident," was a diplomatic crisis that strained relations between the two countries. The United States saw the German demand as an act of aggression and a violation of American sovereignty. The German government, on the other hand, argued that they had the right to inspect any ship they suspected of carrying contraband. The standoff lasted for several days, with both sides digging in their heels. The United States sent the USS Reuben James to protect the City of Flint and prevent any further German advances. The German cruiser eventually gave up and sailed away, but the incident left a lasting impression on both sides. This photograph, taken by renowned maritime photographer G. H. Davis, captures the tense moment as the German crew boards the City of Flint. The stars and stripes of the American flag are prominently displayed, a symbol of American resolve and determination in the face of German aggression. The incident would be a harbinger of things to come, as the world would soon be plunged into the Second World War.
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