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Canvas Print : Royal Navy Battlecruiser HMS Hood
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Royal Navy Battlecruiser HMS Hood
Royal Navy Battlecruiser HMS Hood, sunk by the German Battleship Bismarck at the Battle of Denmark Strait on 24th May 1941. Named after the 18th-century Admiral Samuel Hood (1724-1816)
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the stunningly detailed and vivid Media Storehouse Canvas Print of the Royal Navy Battlecruiser HMS Hood, an iconic vessel from the annals of maritime history. This captivating image, sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Prints Online, brings to life the majesty of the HMS Hood, named after the renowned 18th-century Admiral Samuel Hood. Witness the intricate design and grandeur of this historic warship, which famously met its fate during the Battle of Denmark Strait against the German Battleship Bismarck on May 24, 1941. Our high-quality canvas prints are not only visually striking, but also expertly crafted to ensure a long-lasting and beautiful addition to your home or office space. Elevate your interior design with this evocative and historic masterpiece.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 photograph captures the majestic Royal Navy Battlecruiser HMS Hood as it cuts through the waves during peacetime, a symbol of British naval power and pride. Named after the renowned 18th-century Admiral Samuel Hood (1724-1816), this battlecruiser was the flagship of the Home Fleet and the largest warship in the world at the time of its launch in 1920. With a displacement of over 42,000 tons and armed with nine 15-inch guns, HMS Hood was a formidable presence on the high seas. However, the tranquility of the waters seen in this image was soon shattered as the world plunged into the chaos of World War II. On May 24, 1941, the Hood was engaged in the Battle of Denmark Strait against the German battleship Bismarck. Despite being the more powerful and better-armed ship, HMS Hood was fatally hit by a salvo from the Bismarck's guns, causing a catastrophic explosion that sank the ship with the loss of 1,415 lives. The sinking of HMS Hood was a devastating blow to the British navy and a turning point in the Battle of the Atlantic. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the grandeur and the tragic fate of this iconic warship, which continues to be remembered as a symbol of courage and sacrifice in the face of adversity.
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