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Fine Art Print : H. M. S. Warspite
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H. M. S. Warspite
An overhead view of H.M.S.Warspite during the Battle of Cape Matapan. Warspite was a veteran British Queen Elizabeth class battleship which had taken part in the Battle of Jutland in World War I, and was subsequently entirely rebuilt. During the Battle of Cape Matapan, Warspite was the flagship of Admiral Andrew Cunningham. Date: 27 - 29 March 1941
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1941 Admiral Andrew Battleship Cape Cunningham Flagship Matapan Overhead Warspite Meditteranean
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history of naval warfare with our exquisite collection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this stunning overhead view of H.M.S. Warspite during the Battle of Cape Matapan. This iconic battleship, a veteran of the Battle of Jutland in World War I, comes alive in this captivating image from Mary Evans Prints Online. Each print is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Bring a piece of maritime history into your home or office and relive the heroic tales of the past with our Fine Art Prints.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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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1. Title: "H.M.S. Warspite at the Battle of Cape Matapan: A Veteran Warship's Triumph in the Mediterranean (1941)" 2.. This evocative overhead image captures H.M.S. Warspite, a British Queen Elizabeth-class battleship, during the pivotal Battle of Cape Matapan in the Mediterranean Sea on 27-29 March 1941. With its distinctive silhouette, Warspite stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit of the Royal Navy in the early years of World War II. 3. Background: Warspite, a veteran of the Battle of Jutland in World War I, underwent an extensive rebuild between the wars, emerging as a formidable force in the Mediterranean Fleet. During this battle, Admiral Andrew Cunningham, the Commander-in-Chief of the Mediterranean Fleet, hoisted his flag aboard Warspite, making it his flagship. 4. The Battle of Cape Matapan: This decisive naval engagement took place in the southern Mediterranean, as the Allied forces sought to counter the Italian naval threat in the region. The battle resulted in a significant victory for the Allies, with the Italian fleet suffering heavy losses and the British gaining control of the Mediterranean Sea. 5. Legacy: H.M.S. Warspite's participation in the Battle of Cape Matapan marked a turning point in the Mediterranean campaign and demonstrated the resilience and determination of the Royal Navy during World War II. This iconic image serves as a poignant reminder of the historical significance of this pivotal moment in naval warfare.
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