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German Navy in Turkey WWI
The Goeben and the Breslau anchored some 8 miles from Istanbul, in Stania Bay in the Bosporus where they would be much safer during World War I
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Anchored Bosporus Breslau Dardanelles Gallipoli Goeben Istanbul Ww 1
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Poster Print of the German Navy in Turkey during World War I. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the Goeben and Breslau anchored in Stania Bay in the Bosporus. The ships, which had sought refuge in Turkish waters, are seen here anchored some 8 miles from Istanbul, providing a unique glimpse into history. Add this stunning poster print to your collection and bring the history of the German Navy in Turkey during WWI into your home or office."
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 34.6cm (23.4" x 13.6")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This historic photograph captures the German Navy's SMS Goeben and SMS Breslau anchored in Stania Bay in the Bosporus during World War I. The image, taken around 1914, shows the two powerful warships safely ensconced in the protective waters of the bay, some 8 miles from Istanbul. At the time, the Dardanelles and the Bosporus were crucial waterways connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Black Sea, making them strategic locations during the conflict. The Goeben and Breslau, both light cruisers of the Imperial German Navy, had evaded the British Royal Navy in the Mediterranean and found refuge in the Ottoman Empire. Their arrival in Istanbul marked a significant moment in the war, as it signaled the beginning of a military alliance between Germany and the Ottoman Empire against the Allied Powers. The Goeben and Breslau's presence in the Bosporus also had far-reaching consequences for the Gallipoli Campaign. The Allied forces, aiming to seize control of the Dardanelles and the Bosporus, launched a failed invasion of Gallipoli in April 1915. The German ships played a crucial role in the defense of the straits, helping to repel the Allied forces and secure the Ottoman Empire's territorial integrity. This photograph is a testament to the complex geopolitical dynamics of World War I and the pivotal role played by the Bosporus and the Dardanelles in the conflict. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, providing valuable insights into the military strategies and alliances that shaped the course of the war.
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