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DiaporamaThe Raid on St Nazaire, 28 March 1942
Contemporary Realism
2002
97.0 x 152.0 cm
The painting The Raid on St Nazaire, 28 March 1942 by David John Rowlands is a stunning depiction of one of the most daring raids in military history. Measuring 97 x 152 cm, this oil on canvas piece is a testament to the bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers who took part in the raid.
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The Raid
On March 28, 1942, a group of British commandos launched a surprise attack on the German-occupied port of St Nazaire in France. The raid was designed to destroy the dry dock and prevent the German battleship Tirpitz from being repaired. The painting captures the intensity of the moment, with smoke billowing from the explosions and soldiers scrambling to complete their mission.The Artist
David John Rowlands is a renowned artist known for his vivid depictions of military history. His work can be found in several museums, including the National Army Museum in the United Kingdom. This particular painting is a prime example of his skill and attention to detail.Reproductions Available
For those who appreciate war art, handmade oil paintings reproductions of The Raid on St Nazaire, 28 March 1942 are available at ArtsDot.com. These reproductions are created using the same techniques and materials as the original, ensuring that they are of the highest quality.- Other notable works by David John Rowlands include Lieutenant George Cairns Winning the Victoria Cross at the Battle of Pagoda Hill, Burma, 13 March 1944, which can be found at the Somerset Military Museum.
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Discover more about David John Rowlands and his work at ArtsDot.com.
david john rowlands (1952 –)
David John Rowlands (b.1952) is a celebrated British military artist known for historically accurate paintings of modern conflicts & regimental scenes. His work captures the realities of war, from WWII to Iraq & Afghanistan, with detail and sensitivi
About this artwork
- Title: The Raid on St Nazaire, 28 March 1942
- Artist: david john rowlands
- Year: 2002
- Original dimensions: 97.0 x 152.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Creative period: Mature Period
- Corpus context: detail , historical narrative art
- Color palette: Earthy
- Keywords: oil on canvas , 1942 painting , st nazaire raid
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