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The American Great White Fleet arrives in Australia
The American Great White Fleet arrives in Australia - Uncle Sam meeting a Kangaroo. On 20 August 1908 well over half a million Sydneysiders turned out to watch the arrival of the Fleet. President Roosevelt had initiated the deployment of the US Atlantic Fleet to the Pacific - the first such movement of great battleships - to test his Navys professionalism, arouse popular interest in and enthusiasm for the navy, and demonstrate that the United States had arrived as a world power. Date: 1908
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Archetype Arrival Arrives Arriving Greeting Kangaroo Lifebelt Ohio Personification Uncle Welcomes Welcoming
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Experience history come to life with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of "The American Great White Fleet Arrives in Australia" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating moment in history, captured by an unknown photographer, shows Uncle Sam shaking hands with a kangaroo as the fleet made its historic visit to Sydney on 20 August 1908. With over half a million Sydneysiders gathered to witness the event, this image is a testament to the enduring bond between Australia and the United States. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring vibrant colors and sharp details to your walls, making it an impressive addition to any room. Order yours today and relive history in a whole new way.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 61.5cm (16.2" x 24.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The American Great White Fleet Arrives in Australia: A Historic Moment of Global Power and Diplomacy In the summer of 1908, the world bore witness to a remarkable event as the American Great White Fleet, the largest naval demonstration of power in history, made its way across the Pacific Ocean to visit various ports in the Far East. This momentous occasion was captured in this evocative image, which shows President Theodore Roosevelt warmly greeting a kangaroo as the Fleet's flagship, USS Ohio, sails majestically in the background. The arrival of the Great White Fleet in Sydney Harbour on August 20, 1908, was an awe-inspiring sight that drew over half a million Sydneysiders to the waterfront. The deployment of the US Atlantic Fleet to the Pacific was a bold move by President Roosevelt, aimed at testing the Navy's professionalism, arousing popular interest and enthusiasm for the Navy, and demonstrating the United States' arrival as a world power. In this photograph, Uncle Sam, the personification of the United States, is depicted in a playful and friendly manner as he welcomes the Australian emblem, the kangaroo, with a lifebelt. The image captures the spirit of camaraderie and goodwill that characterized the Fleet's visit to Australia and other countries in the region. The American flag proudly flies alongside the Australian ensign, symbolizing the growing friendship between the two nations. The Fleet's arrival marked a significant milestone in the history of international relations, as the United States asserted its presence on the global stage and forged new alliances with countries around the world.
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