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Fine Art Print : Spanish Refugees leaving the Habana, Southampton 1937
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Spanish Refugees leaving the Habana, Southampton 1937
Spanish children, refugees from the Spanish Civil War, on the gangplank of the liner Habana docked at Southampton, 1937. These children were shipped out of Republican-held Bilbao to protect them from the relentless Nationalist bombing and artillery attacks on that city.
1937
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Media ID 32219654
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mar
Artillery Attacks Bilbao Bombing Docked Gangplank Habana Held Leaving Nationalist Protect Refugees Republican Shipped Southampton 1937 Liner Relentless
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This evocative image, Spanish Refugees leaving the Habana by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mar from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the poignant moment of Spanish children boarding the liner Habana in Southampton in 1937. Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of the Spanish Civil War, these children were evacuated from Republican-held Bilbao to ensure their safety. This powerful and poignant print is a testament to the human spirit and the resilience of those who have endured adversity. Add this inspiring piece to your collection and let the story unfold.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures a heartbreaking moment in history - Spanish children, refugees from the brutal Spanish Civil War, boarding the liner Habana at Southampton in 1937. The innocence and vulnerability of these young faces starkly contrast with the harsh reality of war that they have been forced to flee.
These children were shipped out of Republican-held Bilbao to escape the relentless Nationalist bombing and artillery attacks on their city. Their eyes betray a mixture of fear, uncertainty, and hope as they embark on a journey into an unknown future. The gangplank symbolizes their transition from one world to another - leaving behind the familiar but dangerous homeland for an uncertain refuge.
The image serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict and displacement, particularly on innocent civilians caught in the crossfire. It is a testament to resilience and survival in the face of adversity, as these children bravely navigate through unimaginable circumstances beyond their control.
As we reflect on this historical photograph, let us remember those who have been uprooted from their homes due to war and violence, and strive towards creating a more compassionate and peaceful world for all.
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