Metal Print : L'Atlantique liner towed into Cherbourg harbour

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L'Atlantique liner towed into Cherbourg harbour

The burned out shell of French luxury cruise liner L'Atlantique towed into Cherbourg harbour Date: 1933

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Media ID 32248000

© The John Barrett Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library

1933 Atlantique Burned Cherbourg Cruise Damage Damaged Shell Towed Towing Liner

15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print

Step back in time with our stunning Metal Prints from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring this iconic image of L'Atlantique, the once magnificent French luxury cruise liner, being towed into Cherbourg harbor in 1933. The John Barrett Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online captures the poignant moment of this burned-out shell's final journey. Our Metal Prints transform your favorite images into works of art, adding depth and vibrancy with their sleek, modern design. Each print is meticulously crafted with a durable, high-gloss finish that brings out the rich details and colors of the photograph. Preserve this piece of maritime history and add a touch of timeless elegance to your home or office decor.

Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.

Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space

Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")

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 photograph captures the damaged and burned-out shell of the once luxurious French ocean liner, L'Atlantique, being towed into Cherbourg harbor in 1933. The image is a poignant reminder of the tragic events that unfolded on this fateful day. The L'Atlantique, a symbol of French maritime pride and opulence, had caught fire in the English Channel, causing widespread panic among its passengers and crew. The cause of the fire remains unclear, but it is believed that it may have started in the ship's engine room. Despite the best efforts of the British and French naval forces, the fire continued to spread, eventually engulfing the entire ship. The scene that unfolded was one of chaos and desperation, with passengers and crew members scrambling to escape the burning vessel. Despite the danger, a brave team of towboats and tugs managed to attach ropes to the damaged liner and began the arduous task of towing it into Cherbourg harbor. The smoke billowing from the ship's hull filled the air, creating an eerie and surreal atmosphere. The L'Atlantique's arrival in Cherbourg marked the end of an era for the French luxury cruise liner. The damage was extensive, and the ship was eventually scrapped. The incident served as a stark reminder of the dangers of the sea and the importance of safety at sea. This photograph, taken from The John Barrett Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, is a haunting reminder of a tragic event in maritime history. It is a poignant reminder of the human spirit and the courage of those who risked their lives to save others.

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