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Monument commemorating Zeebrugge raid, Belgiuim
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Monument commemorating Zeebrugge raid, Belgiuim
Monument commemorating the three British ships and men lost in the Zeebrugge raid of 23 April 1918: HMS Vindictive, Iphigenia and Thetis. At the top of the monument is a sculpture of St George slaying the Dragon, and wreaths have been laid below. Date: circa 1920
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Belgian Commemorating Dragon Human Iphigenia Lost Postwar Raid Slaying Thetis Vindictive Wreath Wreaths Zeebrugge
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This evocative photograph captures the Monument commemorating the brave British sailors and ships lost during the Zeebrugge Raid on 23rd April 1918. The raid, a daring operation by the Royal Navy during the First World War, aimed to block the German U-boat base in the Belgian port of Zeebrugge. Three British ships, HMS Vindictive, Iphigenia, and Thetis, were sacrificed in the attack, along with over 1,000 men. At the top of the monument, a sculpture of St. George, the patron saint of England, is depicted slaying the dragon. This powerful figure symbolizes the courage and determination of the British sailors who took part in the raid. The monument, located in Belgium, stands as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the conflict. Below the sculpture, wreaths have been laid as a mark of respect to those who lost their lives. The image captures the somber mood of the scene, with the wreaths adding a touch of solemnity to the monument. The photograph was likely taken in the post-war period, around 1920, as a tribute to the fallen heroes of the raid. The Zeebrugge Raid is an important chapter in the history of the First World War, and this monument stands as a testament to the bravery and sacrifice of the British sailors who took part in this daring operation. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the enduring bond between the people of the United Kingdom and Belgium.
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