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World War I--Battle of the Falkland Islands.
Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description
- Diary letter by Lieutenant J.F. Shaw on HMS Invincible
- ink on paper
describing in vivid and extensive detail the unexpected appearance of Admiral Von Spee's China Squadron off Port Stanley, the frenzy of activity that followed, the drama of battle ("...Often when the ship was struck she quivered from end to end which of course we felt in the engine room and we continually heard the smart metallic smacks below the water line...") and sinking of German ships including the flagship the Sharnhorst, 13 pages, 4to, lined paper, 10 December 1914
Condition
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"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The decisive Battle of the Falkland Islands on 8 December 1914, at which the Germans lost nearly 2000 men, ended the German naval threat in the Pacific. The Invincible was the flag-ship of the British commander, Vice-Admiral Sturdee.