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HMS Hawkins, British heavy cruiser
HMS Hawkins (D86), British heavy cruiser. Seen here at Saigon dockside with the crew lined up on deck. Date: circa 1920
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Media ID 14170206
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Cochin Cochinchina Crew Cruiser Deck Dockside Hawkins Heavy Indochina Lined Saigon Sailors Vietnam
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the historic charm of the high seas into your home or office with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the iconic HMS Hawkins. This beautiful image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the British heavy cruiser HMS Hawkins (D86) at Saigon dockside around 1920. The crew stands proudly on deck, adding an authentic touch to this timeless photograph. Our Metal Prints are not just a print, they are a work of art. The vivid colors and exceptional detail are brought to life through the unique process of printing on aluminum, resulting in a stunning, long-lasting piece that is sure to impress. Order your HMS Hawkins Metal Print today and relive the rich maritime history.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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 HMS Hawkins (D86), a British heavy cruiser, anchored at Saigon dockside in the early 1920s. The imposing warship, adorned with the White Ensign and various other flags, dominates the scene as the crew, dressed in pristine uniforms, line up on the deck. The HMS Hawkins was a formidable vessel of the Royal Navy, displacing over 10,000 tons and armed with a battery of twelve 8-inch guns. The East Indies Station, to which the HMS Hawkins belonged, was a crucial part of the British Empire's maritime dominance in the Eastern Hemisphere during the 1920s. Saigon, the capital of French Indochina, was a common port of call for British warships, serving as a vital link in maintaining the security and influence of the British Empire in the region. The HMS Hawkins' presence in Saigon not only served a military purpose but also symbolized the strong diplomatic and economic ties between Britain and the French colonial power in Indochina. The photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, when the world was more interconnected through maritime trade and naval power than it is today. This image, with its rich historical significance, is an essential addition to any collection focusing on naval history, the British Empire, or the history of Indochina. The meticulously preserved uniforms, the crispness of the flags, and the determined expression on the sailors' faces all contribute to the photograph's enduring appeal.
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