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Canvas Print : Zeppelin airship shot down at Cuffley, near Enfield, during bombing raid on London, 1916
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Zeppelin airship shot down at Cuffley, near Enfield, during bombing raid on London, 1916
Zeppelin airship shot down at Cuffley, near Enfield, close to London, by Lieut William Leefe Robinson of Royal Flying Corps during bombing raid on London on night of 2-3 September 1916. An act for which he received the Victoria Cross
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Media ID 14840853
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints featuring the iconic image of a Zeppelin airship being brought down during the London bombing raid of 1916. Captured by an unknown photographer and later published by Heritage Images, this historic photograph has been expertly reproduced onto high-quality canvas for a stunning, gallery-worthy display. Witness the heroism of Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson of the Royal Flying Corps as he bravely took down the enemy airship near Enfield, adding a captivating piece of history to your home or office decor.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a defining moment in history during the First World War. The image showcases the dramatic scene of a Zeppelin airship being shot down by Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson of the Royal Flying Corps. The incident took place in Cuffley, near Enfield, just outside London, during a devastating bombing raid on the city on the night of September 2-3,1916. Lieutenant Robinson's heroic act not only brought down this menacing German airship but also earned him the prestigious Victoria Cross for his bravery and valor. In this intense aerial combat, flames engulfed the sky as fire consumed the zeppelin, creating a vivid display of color against the dark backdrop of war. The photograph provides us with an extraordinary glimpse into early aviation and military warfare. It symbolizes both triumph and sacrifice as nations clashed in one of history's deadliest conflicts. This powerful image serves as a reminder of how individuals like Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson played crucial roles in defending their country against enemy forces. As we reflect upon this remarkable piece from Ann Ronan Pictures' collection, it transports us back to that tumultuous era when aircraft were still relatively new inventions and warfare was rapidly evolving. Through this photograph, we witness not only an iconic moment but also pay tribute to all those who fought bravely amidst chaos and destruction during World War I.
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