Photographic Print : Scapa Flow Bombed
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Scapa Flow Bombed
German bombers attack the British fleet at their base at Scapa Flow, Scotland, and do enormous damage to naval vessels Date: March 1940
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Media ID 14276107
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Attack Bombed Bombers Bombing Damage Enormous Flow Scapa Vessels Base
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience history in vivid detail with Media Storehouse's exclusive range of Photographic Prints from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image captures the raw intensity of the air raid on Scapa Flow in March 1940, as German bombers relentlessly attacked the British fleet at its base in Scotland. Witness the destruction and chaos as naval vessels are left in ruins. Each print is produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring stunning color accuracy and exceptional detail. Bring a piece of historical significance into your home or office and ignite conversation with this evocative and moving representation of a pivotal moment in history.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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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
Scapa Flow Bombed: A Pivotal Moment in World War II History This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of a daring German air raid on the British naval base at Scapa Flow, Scotland, in March 1940. The image bears witness to the devastating impact of the air attack on the Western Front of World War II. Scapa Flow, a natural harbor located in the Orkney Islands, was the largest and most important British naval base during the early years of the war. It housed a significant portion of the Royal Navy's fleet, making it a prime target for the German Air Force (Luftwaffe). On the night of March 14, 1940, a fleet of German bombers, under the cover of darkness, launched a surprise attack on the unsuspecting British ships. The photograph reveals the extent of the damage inflicted on the naval vessels. The once proud and mighty ships now lie shattered and broken, their hulls torn apart by the relentless bombs. Smoke billows from the wreckage, as the aftermath of the attack unfolds. The scene is one of chaos and destruction, with sailors scrambling to assess the damage and tend to the injured. The raid on Scapa Flow was a turning point in the war, as it demonstrated the growing threat of the Luftwaffe and the vulnerability of the British fleet to air attack. It also highlighted the need for the Royal Navy to adapt to the changing nature of warfare and invest in new technologies to defend against aerial bombardment. This historical photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the darkest days of World War II and the resilience of those who served in the face of adversity.
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