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Metal Print : WW2 - Firing a depth charge at a u-boat from a corvette
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WW2 - Firing a depth charge at a u-boat from a corvette
WW2 - (1/3) Corvettes and Convoys - the little ships which are grappling with the u-boat menace. Firing a depth charge at a submerged submarine from a corvette - officers scan the sea for signs of the lurking enemy.
1941
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Atlantic Charge Convoy Convoys Corvette Depth Firing Lookout Menace Protection Submarine U Boat Uboat
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our captivating WW2 Metal Print from Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans, featuring a bold and iconic image of a corvette crew fiercely engaging in the battle against a U-boat. In this evocative scene, officers on the deck intently scan the sea for signs of the elusive submarine, while a depth charge is released below the surface. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring history to life, with vibrant colors and stunning detail that will make this powerful image a conversation starter in any room. Order now and add a touch of history to your home or office decor.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" 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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1941: Corvettes and Convoys - the Little Ships Grappling with the U-Boat Menace Amidst the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean, a corvette sails determinedly through the waves, its crew focused intently on the task at hand. In the background, a convoy of merchant ships plows on, their cargo precious and valuable to the war effort. But the peacefulness of the scene is shattered by the looming threat of the enemy below. The year is 1941, and the Battle of the Atlantic is in full swing. U-boats, the deadly submarines of the German Navy, are wreaking havoc on Allied supply lines, sinking merchant ships and threatening the very survival of the war effort. In response, Allied forces have turned to the humble corvette, a small, agile warship designed specifically for anti-submarine warfare. In this photograph, the corvette's crew scans the sea for signs of the lurking enemy. Their eyes are trained on the water's surface, searching for any indication of a periscope or a telltale bubble of air escaping from a submerged submarine. Suddenly, a contact is detected. The corvette's guns are trained on the spot, and a depth charge is prepared for launch. The depth charge is a powerful explosive device designed to detonate at a specific depth, destroying the submarine if it is in the vicinity. With a deafening roar, it is dropped into the water, its fuse set to explode at the right moment. The crew holds their breath, waiting for the telltale signs of a successful attack. This image captures the tension and danger of the Battle of the Atlantic, as the little corvettes and their crews bravely grapple with the U-boat menace, protecting the vital convoys and ensuring the flow of supplies to the Allied forces.
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