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Poster Print : The Catastrophe of the USS Maine, 1898 (b / w photo) (see 206525, 206526)
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The Catastrophe of the USS Maine, 1898 (b / w photo) (see 206525, 206526)
CHT206527 The Catastrophe of the USS Maine, 1898 (b/w photo) (see 206525, 206526) by American Photographer, (19th century); American Library, Paris, France; (add.info.: warship sent to evacuate Americans caught in Cuban insurrection against Spanish rule; sunk in port of Havana; restored and re-launched in 1911; ); eArchives Charmet; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23358186
© Archives Charmet / Bridgeman Images
Cuba Destroyed Mast Wreck Wreckage
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's captivating poster prints of The Catastrophe of the USS Maine, 1898. This iconic black and white photograph, taken by an American photographer in the late 19th century and housed in the American Library in Paris, captures the aftermath of the tragic explosion that sank the USS Maine in Havana Harbor, leading to the Spanish-American War. Add this historical masterpiece to your home or office decor and transport yourself back to an era of maritime history. Order now from Media Storehouse and bring a piece of the past into your present.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 31.6cm (23.4" x 12.4")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The Catastrophe of the USS Maine, 1898 - A Haunting Reminder of a Nation's Tragedy
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures the devastating aftermath of the USS Maine, a warship sent to evacuate Americans amidst the Cuban insurrection against Spanish rule. The image showcases the wreckage and twisted metal that remains after this tragic event unfolded in Havana's port. The USS Maine was once a symbol of American strength and unity, but on that fateful day in 1898, it became a somber reminder of loss and destruction. This catastrophe would go on to precipitate the Spanish-American War, forever altering the course of history. In this photograph, we see remnants of what was once a mighty vessel now reduced to ruins. The mast stands tall amidst the debris, serving as an eerie testament to human resilience in times of adversity. It is impossible not to feel moved by this haunting scene. As we gaze upon this image from over a century ago, we are reminded of how fragile peace can be and how quickly tragedy can strike. Yet even in moments like these, there is hope for restoration and rebirth. The USS Maine was eventually restored and re-launched in 1911—a symbol not only of America's determination but also its ability to rise from ashes. This powerful photograph serves as both a historical record and an artistic representation capturing the essence of one nation's catastrophe while inspiring reflection on our shared humanity.
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