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Canvas Print : HMS Helmsdale, North Atlantic, 1944
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HMS Helmsdale, North Atlantic, 1944
Painting showing HMS Helmsdale, a River class Frigate of the Royal Navy, on convoy escort duty in the North Atlantic, 1944. Helmsdale is shown flying the signal V J - telling the convoy to Keep station and, in the left background, the leading ship of the convoy is seen acknowledging the message
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Media ID 4382665
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1944 Acknowledging Atlantic Back Ground Convoy Duty Escort Frigate Leading Message Shown Signal Telling
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Bring history to life with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece, "HMS Helmsdale, North Atlantic, 1944" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the River class Frigate HMS Helmsdale on convoy escort duty in the North Atlantic during World War II. The painting captures the grit and determination of the Royal Navy in action. Our high-quality canvas prints are not only a beautiful addition to any home or office, but they also make for thoughtful and unique gifts. Each print is carefully crafted using premium materials and vibrant colors to bring out the rich details of the artwork. Order yours today and relive history with every glance."
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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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This evocative painting captures the scene of HMS Helmsdale, a River class frigate of the Royal Navy, on convoy escort duty in the North Atlantic during World War II. The year is 1944, and the frigate, proudly flying the signal VJ, is giving the order for the convoy to keep station. In the left background, the leading ship of the convoy acknowledges the message with a raised flag. The River class frigates were an essential part of the Royal Navy's fleet during the war, and HMS Helmsdale served valiantly in the protection of vital convoys transporting essential supplies from North America to the United Kingdom. The North Atlantic was a dangerous and unforgiving theatre of war, with German U-boats posing a constant threat to the Allied shipping lanes. The painting masterfully portrays the tense atmosphere of the North Atlantic, with the vast expanse of the ocean stretching out behind the frigate and the ominous clouds looming in the distance. The intricate details of the ships and their flags add to the historical authenticity of the scene, transporting us back in time to a pivotal moment in maritime history. The VJ signal, or Victory in Japan, was hoisted on August 15, 1945, signaling the end of the war in the Pacific. However, this painting captures an earlier moment in the war, when the Allied forces were still fighting to secure the vital shipping lanes in the North Atlantic. The determination and bravery of the sailors on board HMS Helmsdale and the other ships in the convoy are palpable, as they braved the harsh conditions and the ever-present threat of enemy attack to ensure the supply lines remained open. This painting is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women of the Royal Navy during World War II and the vital role they played in the Allied victory.
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