Photographic Print : Drifting derelict warship, Richelieu, by G. H. Davis
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Drifting derelict warship, Richelieu, by G. H. Davis
The drifting of the derelict French warship, Richelieu. While being towed from Toulon to Rotterdam, the ship broke loose from her tugs at Brest, and drifted around the English Channel and the Scillies, causing a danger to other ships. The ship was eventually secured by the Dreadnought cruiser, Inflexible, during a violent gale. She was later towed away by two tugs in the direction of Holland, where she was broken up.
1911
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Media ID 14133639
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Battleship Brest Broke Channel Danger Davis Derelict Drift Drifting Gale Loose Richelieu Rotterdam Rough Scillies Scilly Toulon Towed Tugs Warship Waves Drifted
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the rich history of maritime past with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Print of "Drifting derelict warship, Richelieu" by G. H. Davis from Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans. Witness the breathtaking image of the French warship Richelieu, drifting free from its tows while being transported from Toulon to Rotterdam in this captivating vintage photograph. Add this unique piece to your collection and bring the stories of the past into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.1cm (10" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Drifting in the Unforgiving Sea: The Derelict French Warship, Richelieu, in Peril In the vast expanse of the English Channel, the once mighty French battleship, Richelieu, lies adrift, a testament to the unyielding power of the sea. Captured in this evocative photograph by G. H. Davis, the derelict warship is shown being battered by towering waves, its once imposing silhouette now a mere shadow of its former glory. The Richelieu, a formidable vessel of the French Navy, had been en route from Toulon to Rotterdam for dismantling when it broke loose from its tugs at Brest in 1911. The ship, a relic of a bygone era, became a dangerous obstacle as it drifted aimlessly through the English Channel and the Scillies, posing a threat to other ships navigating the treacherous waters. The rough seas and violent gales proved to be no match for the determined efforts of the British Navy. The Dreadnought cruiser, Inflexible, braved the stormy conditions to secure the drifting warship, preventing further danger to other vessels and ensuring the safe passage of maritime traffic. Despite the heroic efforts of the British Navy, the Richelieu's days were numbered. The mighty battleship was eventually towed away by two tugs in the direction of Holland, where it was ultimately broken up. This haunting image serves as a reminder of the capricious nature of the sea and the tenuous relationship between man and the natural world.
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