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WW2 - Corvette bucking through heavy Atlantic Seas
WW2 - (3/3) Corvettes and Convoys - the little ships which are grappling with the u-boat menace. Corvette bucking through heavy Atlantic Seas
1941
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Media ID 23395396
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Angle Angled Atlantic Bucking Choppy Convoy Convoys Deck Heavy Menace Protection Rough Seas Solid Submarine U Boat Uboat Waters Waves
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our WW2 Corvette Poster Print from Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans at Media Storehouse. This captivating image, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online in 1941, showcases a brave Corvette sailor skillfully navigating his vessel through the tumultuous Atlantic Seas. Amidst the backdrop of the Second World War, these little ships played a pivotal role in protecting convoys from the U-boat menace. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this evocative and authentically vintage poster print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 84.6cm x 46.6cm (33.3" x 18.3")
Estimated Product Size is 84.6cm x 59.6cm (33.3" x 23.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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WW2 (3/3) Corvettes and Convoys: The Little Ships Which Are Grappling with the U-Boat Menace - Corvette Bucking Through Heavy Atlantic Seas (1941) During World War II, the Atlantic Ocean became a battleground as German U-boats waged a relentless campaign against Allied supply convoys. The safety of these vital routes was entrusted to small, agile corvettes, which braved the rough and choppy waters to protect merchant ships from the submarine threat. In this evocative image from 1941, a corvette is depicted bucking through the heavy Atlantic Seas. The solid construction of the corvette's deck is angled to counteract the force of the waves, as the vessel plows through the rough waters. The angle of the photograph accentuates the power and determination of these little ships, which were essential to the Allied war effort. The U-boat menace was a formidable adversary, and the conditions at sea were often treacherous. The convoy system, which involved groups of merchant ships traveling together for protection, proved to be an effective countermeasure against the submarine threat. However, the journey across the Atlantic was long and arduous, and the weather could be unpredictable, with heavy seas and storms posing a constant challenge. Despite the risks, the corvettes and their crews remained steadfast in their mission to protect the convoys and keep the Allied supply lines open. This photograph is a testament to their courage and resilience in the face of adversity, as they battled not only the U-boats but also the harsh conditions of the Atlantic Ocean.
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