Poster Print : RMS Caronia, Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada, WW1
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RMS Caronia, Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada, WW1
RMS Caronia, British ocean liner, seen here at Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada, after being requisitioned as an armed merchant cruiser on the outbreak of the First World War. Date: circa 1914
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Media ID 14168624
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Armed Armoured Caronia Cruiser Halifax Merchant Nova Requisitioned Scotia Liner
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning RMS Caronia poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This historic image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the British ocean liner in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada during World War 1. After being requisitioned as an armed merchant cruiser, the RMS Caronia proudly serves her country. Add this evocative print to your decor, and let the story of this iconic vessel transport you back to a bygone era.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 84.6cm x 50.9cm (33.3" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
RMS Caronia at Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada during World War I: A Testament to Maritime Warfare and Adaptation This evocative image captures the RMS Caronia, a British ocean liner, anchored at Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, in the early years of the First World War. The year is circa 1914, and the Caronia, a symbol of peace and prosperity in peacetime, has been transformed into an armed merchant cruiser in response to the global conflict that had recently engulfed Europe. The Caronia, a proud addition to the Royal Navy's fleet, is seen here with her armored sides and gun batteries clearly visible. These modifications were essential for her new role as a defender of the seas, designed to protect Allied shipping lanes from enemy raiders and submarines. The transformation of the Caronia, and other ocean liners like her, was a testament to the ingenuity and adaptability of the British maritime industry during wartime. Halifax, a major port city in Canada, played a crucial role in the war effort. It served as a vital transshipment hub for supplies and troops bound for Europe. The Caronia's presence in the harbor underscores the importance of Halifax as a strategic location for the Allied forces. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the significant role that the maritime world played during the First World War. The Caronia, once a symbol of luxury and leisure, became a symbol of resilience and determination in the face of adversity. The image also serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of cooperation between nations, as the British and Canadian governments worked together to protect their shared interests during a time of global conflict.
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