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The German navy from the First World war, Seydlitz and
Bayern to The great
battleships, Bismarck, Tirpitz, and battle cruisers, Scharnhorst, Graf Spee and
Gneisenau and the U-Boats of the Kriegsmarine. All naval art prints published by
Cranston Fine Arts
[ U-Boats ]
The heavy Cruiser
Prinz Eugen, part of the Hipper class (second group.) it was
intended to have two sister ships Seydlitz and Lutzow both never
completed. The Prinz Eugen built at Germaniawerft at Kiel and
launched on the 22nd August 1936 and commissioned 1st August
1940. She accompanied the Bismarck on the Bismarck's breakout
into the Atlantic, but escaped, later she returned to the Atlantic with
the Scharnhorst and Gneisenau from Brest to Germany. After Germany's
surrender the Prinze Eugen was ceded to the USA at the Potsdam agreement.
The Us Navy crew although trained by Kriegsmarine personnel, were unable
to maintain the Prinz Eugen's machinery and a complete breakdown occurred
with the ship needing to be towed the rest of the way to Pearl harbor. She
was used as a target in the A bomb tests during operation Crossroads.
being the target in two tests, "Able" and
"Baker". The Prinz Eugen survived both tests without
structural damage but being contaminated. She was towed to Kwajalein and
decommissioned. On the 21st December due to damage she started to list,
unable to correct the situation the Prinz Eugen was towed to Enunuj
reef where she capsized and sank at position 167 Degrees 41 East and
8 degrees 44 south where she remains to this day.
Displacement:
16974 standard, fully loaded 19,050 tons. Speed: 32.5 knots
Compliment 1600
Armament:
eight 203mm 60 calibre guns in four pairs. twelve 105mm in six
pairs. twelve 37mm in six pairs Eight 20mm
and twelve 533mm Torpedo Tubes in four groups of three tubes. also carried
three aircraft.
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Bismarck at Hamburg by Ivan Berryman.
Bismarck, now complete and newly painted in full Baltic camouflage, returns to Hamburg for the last time as the harsh winter of 1940/41 relents and the pride of the German Kriegsmarine prepares for real action. In the distance, the pre-Dreadnought Schleswig-Holstein awaits her next commission, the old ship alternating between vital ice-breaker and air defence duties at this time.
Signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 25 inches x 17 inches (64cm x 43cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 25 inches x 17 inches (64cm x 43cm). Price £135.00
Signature Presentation edition of 5 prints from the limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 25 inches x 17 inches (64cm x 43cm). Price £350.00 Features the mounted original signatures of
Unteroffizier Heinrich Kuhnt (deceased),
Matrosengefreiter Willi Treinis (deceased)
and
Maschinenobergefreiter Otto Peters.
Otto Peters signature edition of 100 prints (Nos. 51 - 150) from the signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 25 inches x 17 inches (64cm x 43cm). Price £145.00 Signed by Maschinenobergefreiter Otto Peters.
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 40 inches x 30 inches (102cm x 76cm). Price £555.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 22 inches (76cm x 56cm). Price £370.00
**Signed limited edition of 1150 prints. (3 reduced to clear) Image size 25 inches x 17 inches (64cm x 43cm). Price £55.00
ITEM CODE DHM1180
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Battleship Bismarck by Simon Atack.
With her raked bo proudly slicing through the morning swell of Norwegian waters, the mighty 41,000 ton battleship Bismarck leads her consort, the heavy cruiser Prinz Eugen, with destroyers Z10, Z16 and Z23 among her escorts, into the approaches to Korsfjord near Bergen, at 0800hrs on 21st May 1941. Aboard, Bismarcks captain Ernst Lindemann was plotting a voyage that was to result in one of the greatest epics in the annals of naval warfare. As they steam towards Grimstadtfjord, an Arado Ar196A-2 floatplane gives a fly-by salute to the flotilla, this aircraft serving with I./Bordfliegerstaffel 195 which, together with 5./196 was responsible for providing aircraft for German naval vessels. Operated by Luftwaffe crews, and affectionately known as Eyes of the Fleet, the Arado 196 was specially designed for shipboard operation - with an airframe sturdy enought to withstand the rigours of catapult launching it was a highly effective armed Recce aircraft. Bismarck carried no fewer than four Arado 196 floatplanes, one always at readiness on the catapult, with three hangared aft of the funnel. As she sailed, a reconnaissance Spitfire had spotted Bismarcks movements and the British Home Fleet were alerted. The old battlecruiser Hood and new battleship Prince of Wales were despatched north-west from Scapa Flow to join the cruisers Norfolk and Suffolk in the Denmark Strait for a possible interception. And the rest is history: as Bismarck entered the Denmark Strait the two forces met. Hood, pride of the Royal Navy, received a direct hit in the ammunition magazin by a shell from Bismarck and sank so quickly that only three of her crew survived. Stunned by such severe loss, Churchill ordered the Bismarck to be sunk at all cost. Hunted down by the Home Fleet, with her rudder damaged and unable to steer, Bismarck was reduced to a mass of twisted steel by British naval gunfire, finally rolling over and sinking at 10.45 in the morning of the 27th of May. Thus ended one of the most compelling sea chases in naval history. The magnificent German battleship Bismarck at the outset of her final voyage, just five days before her fateful encounter with the British Home Fleet in the north Atlantic, May 1941.
Signed limited edition of 500 prints, with 3 signatures. Print paper size 31 inches x 23.5 inches (79cm x 60cm). Price £145.00 Signatories: Maschinenobergefreiter Otto Peters, Unteroffizier Heinrich Kuhnt (deceased) and Matrosengefreiter Willi Treinis (deceased).
Limited edition of 25 artist proofs, with 3 signatures. Print paper size 31 inches x 23.5 inches (79cm x 60cm). Price £ Signatories: Maschinenobergefreiter Otto Peters, Unteroffizier Heinrich Kuhnt (deceased) and Matrosengefreiter Willi Treinies (deceased).
Simon Atack Promotional Flyer. A4 Size Double Sheet 11.5 inches x 8 inches (30m x 21cm) . Price £1.50
ITEM CODE DHM2612
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Bismarck - The Final Voyage by Anthony Saunders.
One of the finest battleships of all time, Bismarck was built by the Blohm and Voss shipyard in Hamburg and launched in February 1939. Her first duty was for commerce raiding in the north Atlantic. Together with the heavy cruiser Prinz Eugen, the destroyers Z10, Z16 and Z23 and a minesweeper. The Bismarck, commanded by Vice Admiral Gunther Lutjens, left her last anchorage at Grimstadt Fjord in Norway. Once Bismarcks departure was confirmed all available British forces were deployed to meet the threat. On the 24th of May 1941 the Bismarck sailed into naval history - sinking the battlescruiser and pride of the British fleet - HMS Hood. But Bismarck would have little time to celebrate, she was sunk by a scorned British fleet three days later. Here Bismarck is depicted on the evening of the 21st May 1941 entering the open sea on her fateful final voyage.
Signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £135.00
Signature Presentation edition of 5 prints from the limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £350.00 Features the mounted original signatures of
Unteroffizier Heinrich Kuhnt (deceased),
Matrosengefreiter Willi Treinis (deceased)
and
Maschinenobergefreiter Otto Peters.
Otto Peters signature edition of 20 prints from the signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £ Signed by Maschinenobergefreiter Otto Peters.
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91cm x 61cm). Price £480.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £370.00
Original painting by Anthony Saunders. Size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £4200.00
Postcard size 6 inches x 4 inches (15cm x 10cm). Price £2.00
ITEM CODE DHM1378
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Bismarck Replies to HMS Hood by Ivan Berryman.
The mighty Bismarck returns fire to the fast-approaching HMS Hood a the start of a battle that would see both adversaries tragically sunk.
Signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £135.00
Alsen Presentation edition of 5 prints from the limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £350.00 Features the mounted original signature of Signed by Matrosen Obgefreiter Wilhelm Alsen.
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91cm x 61cm). Price £480.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £370.00
Original painting by Ivan Berryman. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91cm x 61cm). Price £
Restricted edition of individually produced mugs, exclusively available from Cranston Fine Arts. - Single mug only. Standard size earthenware mug, produced in the UK.. Price £12.00
Limited Collectors Edition Stein. Stein size 6.5 inches (height) x 3.8 inches (base diameter) (17cm x 9.5cm). Price £26.00
ITEM CODE DHM1270
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Bismarck by Randall Wilson.
Under attack by swordfish from HMS ark Royal, Bismarck heels to port as she is struck by a torpedo in the Stbd. Aft. rudder area.
Signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £135.00
Alsen Presentation edition of 5 signed prints. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £350.00 Features the mounted original signature of Signed by Matrosen Obgefreiter Wilhelm Alsen.
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Size 36 inches x 24 inches (91cm x 61cm). Price £480.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £350.00
Postcard size 6 inches x 4 inches (15cm x 10cm). Price £2.00
ITEM CODE DHM1396
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Big brother little sister (Bismarck and Prinz Eugen ) By Randall Wilson.
Bismarck and Prinz Eugen exiting the Denmark Strait before the historic encounter with HMS Hood.
Signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £135.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91cm x 61cm). Price £480.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £350.00
Postcard size 6 inches x 4 inches (15cm x 10cm). Price £2.00
ITEM CODE DHM1267
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KMS Bismarck Returns Fire, May 24th, 1941 by Marii Chernev.
A tribute by artist Marii Chernev, to the men of the Kriegsmarines most famous ship, the battleship KMS Bismarck and all the navy veterans who fought in the cold waters of the North Atlantic during World War II. The Bismarcks excellent gunnery, improved armour protection and greater speed all contributed to the sinking of the pride of the Royal Navy, HMS Hood. the defeat of the Hood led to the epic sea chase where the entire Royal Navys Home Fleet pulled out all the stops in an effort to avenge the Hood and sink the Bismarck. After an incredibly lucky torpedo hit on her steering gear by Swordfish torpedo planes from the carrier HMS Ark Royal, two battleships and two heavy cruisers of the Royal Navy caught up with the Bismarck on 27th May 1941. The resultant battle ranks as one of the greatest sea battles of all time. Of a crew of over 2200 able bodiedseamen, only 116 survived the momentous battle of 27th May 1941. The senior surviving officer was Burkard Baron von Mullenheim-Rechberg, the gunnery control commander.
Limited edition of 300 prints signed by Marii Chernev and Berkard Baron Von Mellenheim-Rechberg (deceased), the sole surviving officer of the Bismarck. Image size 27 inches x 16 inches (69cm x 41cm). Price £180.00
Limited edition of 30 artist proofs. Image size 27 inches x 16 inches (69cm x 41cm). Price £230.00
Limited edition of 10 giclee canvas prints. Size 24 inches x 36 inches (61cm x 91cm). Price £
ITEM CODE DHM2208
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Operation Rheinubung by Randall Wilson.
Bismarck anchored at No.5 buoy takes on main armament ammo in Gottenhaven, before sailing to Norway and the Atlantic.
Signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £135.00
Walter Weintz signature edition of 10 prints from the limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £170.00 Signed by Walter Weintz (deceased).
Otto Peters signature edition of 20 prints from the limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £175.00 Signed by Maschinenobergefreiter Otto Peters.
Walter Weintz signature edition of 50 prints from the signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £145.00 Signed by Walter Weintz (deceased).
Otto Peters signature edition of 30 prints from the signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £145.00 Signed by Maschinenobergefreiter Otto Peters.
Postcard size 6 inches x 4 inches (15cm x 10cm). Price £2.00
ITEM CODE DHM0710
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The Hunters by Randall Wilson.
The mighty German battleships Bismarck and Tirpitz operated together for only 6 hours on the 18th May 1941.
Signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £
Walter Weintz signature edition of 40 prints from the edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £170.00 Signed by Walter Weintz (deceased).
Walter Weintz signature edition of 50 prints from the signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £145.00 Signed by Walter Weintz (deceased).
Otto Peters signature edition of 100 prints from the signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £140.00 Signed by Maschinenobergefreiter Otto Peters.
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91cm x 61cm). Price £480.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 22 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £370.00
Original painting by Randall Wilson. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91cm x 61cm). Price £3400.00
Postcard size 6 inches x 4 inches (15cm x 10cm). Price £2.00
ITEM CODE DHM1284
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Breakout by Randall Wilson.
The Bismarck is seen taking the lead from the Prinz Eugen on the breakout from Bergen May 1941.
Signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £135.00
Walter Weintz signature edition of 10 prints from the edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £170.00 Signed by Walter Weintz (deceased).
Walter Weintz signature edition of 100 prints from the signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £145.00 Signed by Walter Weintz (deceased).
Limited edition of 5 publishers proofs. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £350.00 Features the mounted original signatures of
Unteroffizier Heinrich Kuhnt (deceased),
Matrosengefreiter Willi Treinis (deceased)
and
Maschinenobergefreiter Otto Peters.
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91cm x 61cm). Price £480.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £370.00
Special remarqued print from the signed limited edition. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £230.00
Special remarqued print from the signed limited edition. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £230.00
Special remarqued print from the signed limited edition. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £230.00
Special double-remarqued print from the signed limited edition. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £370.00
Special double-remarqued print from the artist proof edition. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £390.00
ITEM CODE DHM0729
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Battle of the Denmark Straits by Randall Wilson.
With ssalvos landing close, the Bismarck with Prinz Eugen is shown loosing off the salvo that destroyed HMS Hood.
Signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 17 inches x 12 inches (43cm x 31cm). Price £60.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 17 inches x 12 inches (43cm x 31cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 5 publishers proofs. Image size 17 inches x 12 inches (43cm x 31cm). Price £250.00 Features the mounted original signatures of
Unteroffizier Heinrich Kuhnt (deceased),
Matrosengefreiter Willi Treinis (deceased)
and
Maschinenobergefreiter Otto Peters.
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £370.00
Postcard size 6 inches x 4 inches (15cm x 10cm). Price £2.00
ITEM CODE DHM0714
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Bismarck by Ivan Berryman.
Fairey Swordfish I, L9726 4M of 818 Sqn, HMS Ark Royal pulls a tight, climbing turn through a hail of anti-aircraft fire as its torpedo strikes home, jamming the steering gear of the mighty Bismarck and setting in motion the beginning of her dramatic end.
Signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £135.00
Limited edition of 5 artist proofs, signed by John Moffat. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £165.00
Signature Presentation edition of 5 prints from the limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £350.00 Features the mounted original signatures of
Unteroffizier Heinrich Kuhnt (deceased),
Matrosengefreiter Willi Treinis (deceased)
and
Maschinenobergefreiter Otto Peters.
Limited edition of 300 prints, signed by John Moffat. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £135.00
Limited edition of 10 remarques. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £335.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91cm x 61cm). Price £480.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £370.00
ITEM CODE DHM0933
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Sink the Bismarck by Geoff Lea.
Shows the action on 26th May 1941 by Swordfish from HMS Ark Royal on the German battleship Bismarck. Fresh from her triumphant encounter with HMS Hood, Bismarck was struck by Swordfishs torpedo which jammed her rudder and was finished off by the home fleet on 27th May 1941.
Signed limited edition of 1000 prints. Special Promotion : This print is 30% off for a limited time only! Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £79.80
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £135.00
Limited edition of 20 artist proofs, signed by John Moffat. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £150.00
Limited edition of 80 prints, signed by John Moffat. Image size 25 inches x 15 inches (64cm x 38cm). Price £135.00
Original painting by Geoff Lea. Image size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £2400.00
ITEM CODE DHM0267
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Death of the Bismarck by Brian Wood.
The battered Bismarck fires its final salvos, during the last stage of the battle, 27th May 1941.
Signed limited edition of 1000 prints. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £135.00
Otto Peters signature edition of 20 prints from the limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £175.00 Signed by Maschinenobergefreiter Otto Peters.
Walter Weintz signature edition of 50 prints from the signed limited edition of 1000 prints. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £145.00 Signed by Walter Weintz (deceased).
Otto Peters signature edition of 30 prints from the signed limited edition of 1000 prints. Image size 24 inches x 15 inches (61cm x 38cm). Price £155.00 Signed by Maschinenobergefreiter Otto Peters.
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £460.00
ITEM CODE DHM0568
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HMS Eagle and HMS Albion by Ivan Berryman.
HMS Eagle and the commando carrier HMS Albion during the withdrawal from Aden in November 1967. One of HMS Eagles Sea Vixen is passing overhead and RFA Stromness is at anchor in the distance.
Signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 12 inches x 7 inches (31cm x 17cm). Price £24.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 12 inches x 7 inches (31cm x 17cm). Price £43.00
Original acrylic painting by Ivan Berryman. Image size 14 inches x 10 inches (36cm x 25cm). Price £450.00
ITEM CODE B0106
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Bismarck Replies to HMS Hood by Ivan Berryman.
The mighty Bismarck returns fire to the fast-approaching HMS Hood a the start of a battle that would see both adversaries tragically sunk.
Signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 12 inches x 7 inches (31cm x 18cm). Price £24.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 12 inches x 7 inches (31cm x 18cm). Price £43.00
Alsen Presentation edition of 5 prints from the limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 12 inches x 7 inches (31cm x 18cm). Price £220.00 Features the mounted original signature of Signed by Matrosen Obgefreiter Wilhelm Alsen.
ITEM CODE B0116
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Sighting the Bismarck by Robert Taylor.
In the early hours of May 24, 1941, as the mighty German battleships Bismarck and Prinz Eugen slipped through the Denmark Strait, they were dramatically intercepted by the Royal Navy battleships Hood and Prince of Wales. Within six minutes of the first salvo being fired, the Hood, pride of the Royal Navy, was blown out of the water in one of the most gigantic explosions ever witnessed at sea. Bismarcks fourth salvo landed a shell forward of the Hoods after turrets, piercing her deck, exploding the 4-inch magazine. Simultaneously this detonated the adjacent 15-inch magazine, and in one mighty eruption the battleship broke in two. Within seconds she was gone. Of the ships company of 1400 officers and sailors only three survived. Outraged at the grievous loss Winston Churchill signaled the Admiralty just three words: Sink the Bismarck! Thus began one of the epic sea chases in the history of naval warfare. Damaged by shells from the Prince of Wales 14-inch guns and losing fuel oil, Admiral Lutjens broke off the engagement and steamed Bismarck towards the anonymity of the North Atlantic. Evading the British warships for 32 hours he had hopes of reaching the safety of Brest, but when spotted by a Catalina of RAF Coastal Command, Lutjens knew it was the beginning of the end for the mighty German warship. When an attack by Ark Royals Swordfish torpedo planes jammed her rudder Bismarcks fate was sealed. As she limped haphazardly through the waves trailing oil, the Home Fleet closed in for the final encounter. Overwhelmed by British guns and torpedoes, Bismarcks crew fought a gallant last battle, but the odds were too great. Watching Bismarcks final moments from King George Vs bridge, Admiral Tovey said: She put up a noble fight against impossible odds, worthy of the old days of the Imperial German Navy.
Signed limited edition of 850 prints. Paper size 33 inches x 24 inches (84cm x 61cm). Price £ Signed by Obergefreiter Hans Hellwig, Maschinenobergefreiter Karl-August Schuldt, Matrose II Josef Statz (deceased) and Maschinenobergefreiter Johannes Zimmermann (deceased).
Limited edition 85 artist proofs. Paper size 33 inches x 24 inches (84cm x 61cm). Price £325.00 Signed by Obergefreiter Hans Hellwig, Maschinenobergefreiter Karl-August Schuldt, Matrose II Josef Statz (deceased) and Maschinenobergefreiter Johannes Zimmermann (deceased).
ITEM CODE DHM2169
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Battleship Bismarck by Robert Taylor
The pride of the German Navy, this magnificent battleship attracted the full wrath of the Royal Navy when, by brilliant gunnery, she sank the Hood. Within three days she was herself sunk by the Home Fleet with the loss of all but 110 of her crew.
Signed limited edition of 1500 prints. Paper size 24 inches x 20 inches (61cm x 51cm). Price £ Signed by Bismarck Gunnery Officer Von Mullenheim-Rechberg (deceased).
ITEM CODE DHM2105
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Hood and Bismarck by David Mearns and Rob White.
In May 1941 the most dramatic sea battle of the Second World War took place. Its protagonists were the two mightiest capital ships of the era - the German Bismarck, and the British battlecruiser Hood. Their confrontation resulted in the destruction of both warships and the loss of over 3,500 lives. In 2001 - the sixtieth anniversary of this apocalyptic battle - David Mearns led an expedition that discovered the wreck of Hood for the very first time and revisited the wreck of Bismarck. With Rob White tracing the history of these awe-inspiring vessels and the events that led to their fatal clash, Hood and Bismarck chronicles the progress and findings of this incredible mission.
Illustrated Hardback. 216 pages.. Price £20.00
Illustrated Softback. 216 pages.. Price £15.00
ITEM CODE BK0356
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The Bismarck by Robert Jackson.
The Bismarck is an in depth examination of this classic ship, which represented the pinnacle of the Nazi war machine at sea. It includes every aspect of the ships development and construction with detailed sections on her design, armament, powerplant, crew and armour; and a chapter devoted to the Bismarck in action, her successful sinking of HMS Hood and the ships final showdown 300 miles west of Ushant when she was torpedoed and then finished off by the guns of the Royal Navy.
Illustrated Hardback. . Price £14.99
ITEM CODE BK1739
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Floating Fortress by Randall Wilson.
The Tirpitz showing her last paint scheme, she sailed from Kaafjord to Hakoy island, Tromso Fjord it was to be her final resting place. Hit by tallboy bombs she capsized and sank.
Signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 25 inches x 14 inches (64cm x 36cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artists proofs. Image size 25 inches x 14 inches (64cm x 36cm). Price £135.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £370.00
Postcard size 6 inches x 4 inches (15cm x 10cm). Price £2.00
ITEM CODE DHM0711
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Tirpitz by Randall Wilson.
Flanked by destroyers, Tirpitz departs Altafjord, July 1942. Passing her port bow is a Focke-Wulf FW200 Condor C3, outbound for Recon duties. Fighter escort was performed by Me110s.
Signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 25 inches x 14 inches (64cm x 36cm). Price £95.00
Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 25 inches x 14 inches (64cm x 36cm). Price £135.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91cm x 61cm). Price £480.00
Limited edition of 50 giclee canvas prints. Image size 30 inches x 20 inches (76cm x 51cm). Price £370.00
Original painting by Randall Wilson. Image size 36 inches x 24 inches (91cm x 61cm). Price £3400.00
Postcards size 6 inches x 4 inches (15cm x 10cm). Price £2.00
ITEM CODE DHM1043
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