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RMS Lusitania - bronze trench art, WW1
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RMS Lusitania - bronze trench art, WW1
RMS Lusitania - extremely rare WW1 bronze trench art souvenir related to the sinking of the original Lusitania. She was sunk a mile east of Folkestone gate by German submarine U5. The turned bronze bowl was made from a portion of the U5 which was captured in July 1916 (see 13745871). The bowl is engraved a portion of the submarine captured by HMS Firedrake. Presented to Asst. Pay. A.W. Beard by Engr. Comdr. Ham R.N. on the occasion of his marriage 19th November 1917. 7.75 inches. Date: 1917
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Bowl Bronze Captured Engraved Extremely Feet Folkestone Inches Lusitania Mile Occasion Portion Presented Rare Related Sank Scales Sinking Souvenir Steamer Submarine Tails Trench Turned Unique Engr Made
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This exquisite and extremely rare bronze trench art souvenir commemorates the sinking of the RMS Lusitania during World War I. The Lusitania, a British ocean liner, was sunk a mile east of Folkestone gate by German submarine U5 on May 7, 1915. This turned bronze bowl was made from a portion of the U5 that was captured by HMS Firedrake in July 1916. The bowl is engraved with a depiction of the submarine that was responsible for the tragic sinking. The bowl was presented to Assistant Paymaster A.W. Beard on the occasion of his marriage on November 19, 1917, by Engr. Comdr. Ham R.N. The 7.75-inch bowl is a unique and poignant reminder of the wartime era and the events that transpired during that time. The intricate details of the submarine, including its fish-like tail and scales, are beautifully rendered in the bronze. The 1910s were a time of great upheaval, with the world embroiled in a devastating war. This bronze bowl offers a glimpse into that era, providing a connection to the past and a reminder of the marine life that lies beneath the waves. The bowl's history adds to its value, making it a truly unique and fascinating piece of trench art.
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