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German U-boat by G. H. Davis
The battle of the Atlantic: explanatory drawings of German U-boats (submarines), and how they operate when at sea. Various aspects of undersea activities during the Second World War. Date: 1941
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Media ID 14133139
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1941 Activities Atlantic Davis Dimensions Diving Drawings Explanatory Operate Section Size Strategy Submarine Submarines Tactics Underwater Undersea
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This particular print, titled "German U-boat by G. H. Davis," is an intriguing historical piece sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. Dating back to 1941, this rights managed image offers a unique insight into the German U-boats, or submarines, and their operations during the Second World War. The Battle of the Atlantic came to life through Davis's explanatory drawings, providing a vivid and detailed account of underwater activities. Add this evocative print to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 19.3cm (11" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print by G.H. Davis, titled "The Battle of the Atlantic: Explanatory Drawings of German U-boats (Submarines) and How They Operate When at Sea," offers a unique and intriguing glimpse into the underwater world of the Second World War. Dated 1941, this detailed illustration depicts various aspects of German U-boat design, operation, and tactics during the Battle of the Atlantic, a pivotal campaign in the war that lasted from 1939 to 1945. The image showcases a cross-sectional view of a German Type VIIB U-boat, one of the most successful submarine designs of the war. The meticulously drawn diagram reveals the boat's size and dimensions, including its torpedo tubes, ballast tanks, and snorkel mast. The illustration also highlights the U-boat's diving mechanism and the crew's living quarters, providing a fascinating insight into the cramped conditions endured by the submariners. The print also includes annotations explaining the U-boat's underwater activities, such as its ability to submerge and navigate using periscope and sonar technology. Additionally, the image sheds light on the strategic importance of the Battle of the Atlantic, which focused on the transportation of vital resources, primarily oil, from the United States to Europe. G.H. Davis's illustrations were published in the Illustrated London News, a leading British weekly newspaper, and were instrumental in raising public awareness of the ongoing conflict. This print is an essential historical record of the German U-boat threat during WWII and offers a captivating glimpse into the technology, tactics, and strategy employed by the submarine crews. The intricate details and meticulous attention to accuracy make this print an invaluable resource for scholars, historians, and anyone interested in the history of the Second World War.
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