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The Surrender of the German High Seas Fleet, 1918 (1919). Artist: Charles John De Lacy
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The Surrender of the German High Seas Fleet, 1918 (1919). Artist: Charles John De Lacy
The Surrender of the German High Seas Fleet, 1918 (1919). Upon the signing of the Armistice on 11 November 1918, the Allied powers agreed that Germanys U-boat fleet should be surrendered, but were unable to agree upon a course of action regarding the German surface fleet. The Americans suggested that the ships be interned in a neutral port until a final decision was reached, but the two countries that were approached, Norway and Spain both refused. Admiral Rosslyn Wemyss suggested that the fleet be interned at Scapa Flow with a crew of German sailors, and guarded in the interim by the Grand Fleet. On the morning of 21 November over 370 ships of the Grand Fleet and other allied navies escorted 70 German ships to Scapa Flow, Orkney Islands, Scotland. From The Wonder Book of the Navy for Boys and Girls, by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London, Melbourne and Toronto, 1919]
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The Surrender of the German High Seas Fleet, 1918 (1919) captured a historic moment in naval warfare. After the signing of the Armistice in November 1918, negotiations arose regarding the fate of Germany's U-boat and surface fleets. While the U-boats were to be surrendered, no agreement was reached for the surface fleet. In this print by Charles John De Lacy, we witness an extraordinary scene unfolding at Scapa Flow, Orkney Islands, Scotland. On that fateful morning of 21 November, over 370 ships from the Grand Fleet and other allied navies escorted 70 German ships to their internment location. The image showcases not only a significant military event but also highlights international diplomacy challenges faced during World War I. The Americans proposed interning the German ships in neutral ports like Norway or Spain; however, both countries declined. It was Admiral Rosslyn Wemyss who suggested Scapa Flow as an alternative solution. As you gaze upon this remarkable photograph, you can almost feel the tension and anticipation surrounding these massive warships floating on calm waters. The sight symbolizes victory for one side and defeat for another—a poignant reminder of how war shapes history. Charles John De Lacy's masterful depiction immortalizes this pivotal moment when nations came together to decide upon Germany's naval future after years of conflict.
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