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Fine Art 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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Battle Ship Bismarck Ww 2 Ww Ii
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of the Royal Navy with our exquisite Fine Art Print of HMS Hood from Media Storehouse. This stunning image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the majesty of the battlecruiser that bore the name of the legendary 18th-century Admiral Samuel Hood. Witness the power and grace of this iconic vessel, sunk in the historic Battle of Denmark Strait against the German Battleship Bismarck on May 24, 1941. Add this beautifully detailed print to your collection and bring a piece of maritime history into your home or office.
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 50.8cm x 35.5cm (20" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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