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Photographic Print : Arturo Prat Monument, Plaza Intendencia, Valpariso, Chile
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Arturo Prat Monument, Plaza Intendencia, Valpariso, Chile
Valparaiso, Chile - Plaza Intendencia (Municipality Square) with the monument to Arturo Prat. Agustin Arturo Prat Chacon (1848-1879), was a Chilean navy officer. He was killed shortly after boarding the Peruvian armored monitor Huascar at the Naval Battle of Iquique after the ship under his command, the Esmeralda, was rammed by the Peruvian monitor. The valiant actions of Prat led to his status as a national hero. Date: circa 1930s
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Agustin Arturo Ceremony Chile Chilean Festival Hero Marching Massed Municipality Personnel Plaza Prat Ranks Valparaiso Intendencia
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Bring the historic charm of Valparaiso, Chile, into your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of the Arturo Prat Monument in Plaza Intendencia. This stunning image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the majestic beauty of the monument dedicated to Chilean navy officer Agustin Arturo Prat Chacon (1848-1879). With its rich details and vibrant colors, this print is not only a beautiful addition to any wall but also a testament to the history and culture of Valparaiso. Order now and let the story of this iconic landmark unfold in your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.8cm (11" x 7")
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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In this evocative photograph taken in the 1930s, the monument to Chilean naval hero Agustin Arturo Prat Chacon stands proudly in Valparaiso's Plaza Intendencia, the city's municipal square. The monument, a tribute to Prat's bravery and sacrifice, was erected in honor of the Chilean navy officer who became a national hero after his valiant actions during the Naval Battle of Iquique in 1879. The scene captures a moment of solemn reverence as a massed assembly of personnel, likely members of the Chilean military or naval forces, pay their respects to the monument. The ranks are ordered and disciplined, their uniforms gleaming in the sunlight. The atmosphere is one of ceremony and reflection, as the past is honored and the sacrifices of a hero are remembered. Prat, born in 1848, was a key figure in the War of the Pacific between Chile and Peru and Bolivia. He was killed shortly after boarding the Peruvian armored monitor Huascar, following the ramming of his own ship, the Esmeralda. Despite the outcome, Prat's actions during the battle earned him enduring recognition as a national hero. This photograph, with its evocative imagery and historical significance, offers a glimpse into Chile's past, showcasing the importance of military tradition and the reverence for those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
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