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Poster Print : WW1 - U-14 rammed by British steam trawler, the Oceanic II
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WW1 - U-14 rammed by British steam trawler, the Oceanic II
WW1 - SM U-14 was one of the 329 submarines serving in the Imperial German Navy in World War I. On the 5th June 1915, U-14 was disabled by gunfire from armed British trawler, Oceanic II, and sunk off Peterhead at position. Date: 1915
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Crew Enemies Enemy Fourteen Germans Marines Oceanic Rammed Ramming Sailors Submarine Trawler Peterhead
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating WW1 - U-14 rammed by British steam trawler, the Oceanic II, from our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This powerful image, Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings history to life with a gripping depiction of a pivotal moment during World War I. On the 5th of June in 1915, German submarine U-14 met its end when it was rammed by the British steam trawler, Oceanic II, after a fierce battle. This evocative print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, military history buffs, and anyone interested in the maritime conflicts of the First World War. Add this striking piece to your collection and relive this significant moment in history.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the intense and dangerous encounters between German U-boats and Allied naval forces during World War I. In the foreground, the disabled SM U-14 lies submerged in the cold North Sea waters off the coast of Peterhead, Scotland. The U-boat, one of 329 submarines serving in the Imperial German Navy during the conflict, was rammed and sunk on the 5th of June, 1915. The relentless pursuit of the U-14 by the British steam trawler, Oceanic II, is evident in the destruction and chaos surrounding the submarine. The Oceanic II, a vital asset in the British naval forces, had engaged the U-14 with gunfire before delivering the final blow by ramming the submarine's conning tower. The courage and determination of the British sailors are palpable in this moment, as they successfully disabled the enemy submarine and protected their homeland from the threat of U-boat attacks. The crew of the U-14, having faced the harsh realities of life under the sea, were now forced to abandon their vessel and face the uncertainty of capture or death. The sinking of U-14 was a significant victory for the Allied forces and a reminder of the intense and often brutal nature of naval warfare during World War I. This powerful photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by sailors on both sides during this global conflict.
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