Totentanz Series: Britannia Rules the Waves? Obverse
walther eberbach (1866 – 1944)
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American Numismatic Society (New York City, United States of America)
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During the Gallipoli campaign in 1915, the Royal Navy attempted to force the straits of the Dardanelles resulting in the humiliating loss of several warships. First Sea Lord John Fischer eventually called off the attempt. Ultimately, the failed Gallipoli campaign led to his resignation and to the resignation of his superior the First Lord of the Admiralty, Winston Churchill (cf. no. 12).Death waist-deep in the sea sinking a British battleship; within curve around: BRITANNIA·RULE—THE·WAVES·THOUGH?
About this artwork
- Title: Totentanz Series: Britannia Rules the Waves? Obverse
- Artist: walther eberbach
- Year: 1916
- Format: Square
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: American Numismatic Society
- Creative period: Early 20th Century
- Main color: Espresso
- Keywords: historical medal , 1916 wwi art , britannia naval art
- Color intensity: Monochromatic