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Battle Of Cherbourg
The Battle of Cherbourg off the French coast, during the American Civil War, 19th June 1864. From left to right, the Federal steam-sloop USS Kearsarge, the British yacht Deerhound and the Confederate war steamer CSS Alabama. The inset portraits are of US naval officer John Ancrum Winslow (1811 - 1873, left) and Confederate naval officer Raphael Semmes (1809 - 1877). (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11802582
© 2010 Getty Images
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience history come to life with our stunning Battle of Cherbourg Poster Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by the Fine Art Storehouse and the Hulton Archive. This captivating image transports you back in time to the 19th century, as the USS Kearsarge and other Federal vessels engage in battle off the French coast during the American Civil War on June 18, 1864. Add this beautiful and intriguing piece to your home or office to ignite conversations and inspire curiosity about history. With its high-quality print, rich colors, and impressive detail, this poster is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
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 55.9cm x 42cm (22" x 16.5")
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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This print captures the dramatic Battle of Cherbourg, a significant event during the American Civil War that took place on June 19th, 1864. The image showcases three prominent vessels positioned off the French coast. From left to right, we see the Federal steam-sloop USS Kearsarge, the British yacht Deerhound, and the Confederate war steamer CSS Alabama. The inset portraits in this print highlight two key naval officers involved in this historic clash. On the left is John Ancrum Winslow, a distinguished US naval officer who commanded USS Kearsarge during this battle. Opposite him is Raphael Semmes, an accomplished Confederate naval officer who led CSS Alabama. Set against a picturesque backdrop of open sea and clear skies, this photograph beautifully encapsulates both the intensity and grandeur of this maritime confrontation. The flags proudly waving atop each vessel symbolize their respective allegiances and unwavering determination. As you gaze upon this remarkable piece of history frozen in time, you can almost feel yourself transported back to that fateful day when these mighty ships clashed amidst cannon fire and billowing smoke. This print serves as a powerful reminder of not only the bravery displayed by those involved but also highlights how pivotal moments like these shaped our nation's past.
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