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Fine Art 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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1944 Acknowledging Atlantic Back Ground Convoy Duty Escort Frigate Leading Message Shown Signal Telling
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of the Second World War with our exquisite Fine Art Print of HMS Helmsdale by Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning painting captures the River class Frigate of the Royal Navy on convoy escort duty in the North Atlantic during the pivotal year of 1944. Each print in the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints is meticulously reproduced to bring out the intricate details and vibrant colors of the original artwork. Add this historical masterpiece to your collection and relive the stories of bravery and resilience from the past.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 31.6cm (21" x 12.4")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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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