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Night scene, Battle of Jutland, WW1
Night scene during the Battle of Jutland, First World War, showing the German ship, SMS Thuringen, with its searchlights on a British ship. Date: 31 May 1916
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Media ID 14123811
© Robert Hunt Library/Mary Evans
Action Conflict Floodlights Jutland Lights Searchlights Thuringen
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the Night scene during the Battle of Jutland from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the intensity of the First World War as German ship, SMS Thuringen, engages in combat with a British vessel under the cover of darkness. The searchlights pierce through the night, illuminating the battlefield and adding an extra layer of drama to this historic moment. Bring this captivating piece of history into your home and add a touch of timeless elegance to your decor. Order now and relive the past with our high-quality, rights managed print.
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 35.5cm (21" x 14")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In the inky darkness of the North Sea, the Battle of Jutland raged on, marking the largest naval battle of the First World War. On this fateful night of May 31, 1916, the German SMS Thuringen, a powerful dreadnought, engaged with the British Royal Navy. In this evocative image from the archives, the Thuringen is seen with its searchlights illuminating the night, targeting a British ship in the distance. The contrast between the dark, churning waters and the bright, piercing beams of light creates a haunting and dramatic scene. The Battle of Jutland was a pivotal moment in the First World War, with both sides claiming victory. The German High Seas Fleet, under the command of Admiral Scheer, had set out to lure the British Grand Fleet into a decisive battle. The British, under Admiral Jellicoe, were successful in preventing the Germans from breaking through the blockade and reaching the open sea. However, the Germans managed to inflict significant damage on the British fleet, sinking several ships and damaging others. The use of searchlights during the Battle of Jutland was a crucial tactic, allowing ships to identify and target their enemies in the darkness. The Thuringen's powerful searchlights, seen here in action, played a vital role in the battle, enabling the German fleet to locate and attack British ships. This image is a poignant reminder of the intense and dangerous naval battles that took place during the First World War, and the role that technology played in shaping the outcome of the conflict. The Battle of Jutland remains an important chapter in maritime history, and this evocative image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to the dark, fateful night of May 31, 1916.
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