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Sinope, Turkey, 18 October 1853 (woodcut)
5929667 Sinope, Turkey, 18 October 1853 (woodcut) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Sinope, 18 October 1853.
Woodcut by Efita Luvleva after artist unknown, published in Russia, 5 April 1854.
On 30 November 1853 the Turkish fleet was destroyed by the Russian Navy at the Black Sea port of Sinope. The Turkish force of seven frigates, a sloop and some transports were sunk with about 4000 men killed, leaving just one steamer and 400 survivors. The Battle of Sinope was the first occasion when explosive shells were used in a naval engagement, hastening the introduction of iron clad men of war to replace the vunerable wooden warships.
The Russian Navys ships can be distinguished by the Imperial eagle on their sterns, whereas the Turkish Navys ships have two stars. In the background the town of Sinope is shown under bombardment.); eNational Army Museum; out of copyright
Media ID 22764896
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This woodcut print, titled "Sinope, Turkey, 18 October 1853" takes us back to a significant moment in naval history. Created by an unknown artist in the 19th century and now housed at the National Army Museum in London, this print depicts the Battle of Sinope. On that fateful day of November 30th, 1853, the Russian Navy unleashed its might upon the Turkish fleet at the Black Sea port of Sinope. The ferocity of this battle is captured vividly in this woodcut. Seven frigates, a sloop, and several transports belonging to the Turkish force were sunk by their Russian counterparts. Approximately 4,000 lives were lost amidst explosions and chaos. What makes this battle particularly noteworthy is that it marked the first time explosive shells were used during a naval engagement. This technological advancement would soon pave the way for ironclad warships to replace their vulnerable wooden predecessors. Intriguing details can be observed within this artwork as well. The Imperial eagle adorns each stern of Russian Navy ships while two stars distinguish those belonging to their Turkish counterparts. Meanwhile, in the background lies Sinope itself under bombardment—a haunting reminder of destruction wrought upon both land and sea. Through this historic woodcut print from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are transported back to witness a pivotal moment where old traditions clashed with new advancements on tumultuous waters—the echoes of which continue to resonate through naval warfare today.
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