Photographic Print : Sailors of the Admiral Graf Spee, WW2
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Sailors of the Admiral Graf Spee, WW2
Sailors of the Admiral Graf Spee, looking happy and relaxed. Their ship was sunk in December 1939. Date: circa 1940
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Media ID 14115965
© Mary Evans Picture Library/John Maclellan
Admiral Battleship Crew Graf Relaxed Sailors Spee Sunk December
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the "Sailors of the Admiral Graf Spee" photograph from our Media Storehouse range of Historic Military Prints. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a moment of camaraderie among the crew of the German pocket battleship Admiral Graf Spee. Taken circa 1940, the sailors are shown in a relaxed and jovial mood, a stark contrast to the tense and turbulent times that would soon engulf them. Their ship, a symbol of German naval power during the early stages of World War II, was sunk in the Battle of the River Plate in December 1939. This black and white print, with its timeless appeal, is a must-have for history enthusiasts, military collectors, and anyone looking to add a touch of nostalgia to their walls. The rights-managed image is available through Media Storehouse for personal, commercial, or editorial use.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18cm x 25.4cm (7.1" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a moment of camaraderie and relaxation among the crew of the Admiral Graf Spee, a German pocket battleship that became notorious during the early stages of World War II. The image, taken circa 1940, depicts a group of sailors clad in their navy uniforms, gathered around a table laden with food and drinks. Their faces are filled with joy and contentment, a stark contrast to the impending danger and uncertainty that loomed over their lives. The Admiral Graf Spee, under the command of Captain Hans Langsdorff, had wreaked havoc on Allied shipping lines in the Atlantic Ocean, sinking nine merchant vessels between August and December 1939. However, on December 13, 1939, the ship was scuppered in the River Plate, off the coast of Uruguay, during an engagement with the British cruisers HMS Exeter and HMS Ajax. The defeat of the Graf Spee marked a significant turning point in the war at sea, as it demonstrated the superiority of the Allied naval forces. Despite the ominous circumstances, this photograph offers a glimpse into the human side of the conflict, revealing the men behind the uniforms and the bonds that sustained them through the challenges of wartime. The image is a poignant reminder of the complexities of history, as it invites us to reflect on the experiences of these sailors, who, like so many others, were caught up in the larger narrative of the 2nd World War.
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