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British rescuing men from German destroyer, Heligoland, WW1

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British rescuing men from German destroyer, Heligoland, WW1

British sailors rescuing men of a German destroyer, under fire, at the Battle of Heligoland Bight - a gallant deed officially recognised by Germany. British attack on the German squadron in Heligoland Bight on 23 August 1914, the first naval engagement of the war carried out by light cruisers, destroyers, submarines and battle-cruisers in combination. Reproduction of a painting by Norman Wilkinson in Great War Deeds, a special panorama supplement produced by the Illustrated London News in 1915, featuring heroic actions of the First World War. Date: 1915

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Action Actions Attack Battles Bight Chivalry Crew Cruiser Cruisers Deed Deeds Destroyer Destroyers Engagement Gallant Heligoland Heroic News Norman Panorama Rescue Rescuing Rowing Sailors Save Sink Sinking Special Sporting Squadron Supplement Wilkinson


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Amidst the chaos and intensity of the Battle of Heligoland Bight on August 23, 1914, the first naval engagement of the First World War, a remarkable scene of chivalry and sportsmanship unfolded. In this powerful image, British sailors are seen rescuing their German counterparts from the sinking destroyer, Heligoland, under heavy fire. The painting, by renowned British artist Norman Wilkinson, was featured in the Illustrated London News' special panorama supplement, Great War Deeds, in 1915. The Battle of Heligoland Bight was a clash between British and German light cruisers, destroyers, submarines, and battle-cruisers. The engagement took place in the North Sea, off the coast of Germany, and marked the beginning of the naval warfare in the First World War. The British squadron, determined to assert dominance, launched a surprise attack on the German fleet. Despite the intense firing, the British sailors did not hesitate to show compassion and courage. As the Heligoland began to sink, the British crew rowed out in their boats to save the German sailors. This gallant deed, officially recognized by Germany, exemplified the spirit of the war – a war that was not just about destruction, but also about humanity and compassion. The image captures the stark contrast of the scene – black smoke billowing from the sinking German destroyer, British sailors in their boats, rowing towards the danger zone, and the calm, determined expressions on their faces. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of the unexpected moments of compassion and chivalry that emerged amidst the chaos of war.

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