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Japanese pre-dreadnought battleship Yashima built in the UK
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Japanese pre-dreadnought battleship Yashima built in the UK
Yashima - a Fuji-class pre-dreadnought battleship built for the Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN) in the 1890s. Designed and built in the United Kingdom, she participated in the early stages of the Russo-Japanese War of 19041905, including the Battle of Port Arthur. Date: circa 1904
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This photograph captures the Japanese pre-dreadnought battleship Yashima, a proud symbol of international naval cooperation and the dawn of the modern age of warfare. Built in the United Kingdom during the late 1890s, Yashima was part of the Fuji-class battleships commissioned for the Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN). Designed with the latest advancements in naval technology, she was a formidable vessel, armed with a main battery of ten 12-inch guns and protected by Krupp armor. As tensions between Russia and Japan escalated in the early 20th century, Yashima played a pivotal role in the Russo-Japanese War of 1904-1905. In this image, taken circa 1904, she stands ready for battle, her sleek silhouette framed against the backdrop of Mount Fuji. The mountain, a sacred symbol of Japan, adds a sense of national pride and determination to the scene. Yashima's most notable engagement was the Battle of Port Arthur, where she inflicted significant damage on the Russian fleet. Her participation in this decisive battle marked a turning point in the war, ultimately leading to Japan's victory. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the historical significance of Yashima and her role in shaping the course of international relations and naval warfare in the early 20th century.
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