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Map illustrating the Battle of the Falkland Islands on 8 December 1914, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
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Map illustrating the Battle of the Falkland Islands on 8 December 1914, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Map illustrating the Battle of the Falkland Islands on 8 December 1914, (c1920). Diagram showing movements during the Battle of the Falkland Islands, a naval engagement of the First World War, fought in the South Atlantic between the Royal Navy and the Kaiserliche Marine (Imperial German Navy). The German SMS Scharnhorst was lost with all hands. From " The Great World War - A History" Volume II, edited by Frank A Mumby. [The Gresham Publishing Company Ltd, London, c1920]
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This print showcases a map illustrating the Battle of the Falkland Islands, a significant naval engagement during World War I. The diagram depicts the movements of both the Royal Navy and the Imperial German Navy in this fierce battle fought in the South Atlantic on 8 December 1914. The map highlights key locations such as the Falkland Islands, where this intense confrontation took place. The Battle of the Falkland Islands resulted in a decisive victory for Britain, with Admiral Sir Frederick Charles Doveton Sturdee leading his fleet to triumph over their German counterparts. This historical moment is captured within these intricate lines and markings. The image is sourced from "The Great World War - A History". Volume II, edited by Frank A Mumby and published by The Gresham Publishing Company Ltd in London around 1920. It serves as a visual representation of an important chapter in maritime warfare history. Notably, this photograph does not mention any commercial use or affiliation with any specific company but rather focuses on preserving historical significance. Through this image, viewers can gain insight into naval warfare strategies employed during one of the most tumultuous periods of human history – World War I.
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