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Poster Print : Salvo falling, Battle of the Falkland Islands, WW1
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Salvo falling, Battle of the Falkland Islands, WW1
The first enemy salvo falling in the wake of HMS Invincible at the start of the Battle of the Falkland Islands during the First World War. Date: 8 December 1914
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Attack Enemy Falkland Falklands Falling Invincible Salvo Start Wake December War Time Ww 1
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of historic poster prints, featuring the iconic image "Salvo falling, Battle of the Falkland Islands, WW1." This evocative image captures the first enemy salvo falling in the wake of HMS Invincible at the start of the Battle of the Falkland Islands during the First World War on 8 December 1914. This rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you back in time, offering a captivating glimpse into the past. Ideal for history enthusiasts, educators, and collectors, this high-quality poster print adds depth and intrigue to any space. Order yours today and relive the heroism and drama of one of history's most pivotal moments.
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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) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the moment of the first enemy salvo falling into the wake of HMS Invincible at the outset of the Battle of the Falkland Islands during the First World War on 8 December 1914. The Battle of the Falklands was a significant naval engagement fought between the British Royal Navy and the Imperial German Navy in the South Atlantic. The battle marked the first major naval action of the First World War and took place near the Falkland Islands, a remote and strategically important British territory. In this photograph, the ominous dark clouds of smoke billow from the funnels of HMS Invincible, a pre-dreadnought battleship of the British Royal Navy, as the first enemy salvo plunges into the sea in the wake of the ship. The water churns violently as the impact of the salvo is felt, signaling the start of a fierce and prolonged battle. The British fleet, under the command of Rear-Admiral Sir Frederick Doveton Sturdee, outnumbered and outgunned the German force, but the battle was far from a foregone conclusion. The German ships, led by Admiral Maximilian von Spee, put up a valiant fight, sinking several British cruisers before being defeated. The Battle of the Falkland Islands marked a turning point in the war, boosting British morale and demonstrating the superiority of the Royal Navy. This powerful and historic image serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and determination of the sailors who fought in this pivotal battle during World War 1.
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