WW1 US Navy 1918 Bombardment of Durazzo Albania U.S. Navy Sub-Chasers RARE Photo

Description: This photo is from a collection of original WW1 US Navy photographs acquired from an estate. Many of these are extremely rare and have never come up for auction before. Type & Size: A 9x7 original photograph. Condition: Good to excellent condition for the age. Curling on most photographs as is typical of photographs from this era. This photograph captures a moment from the bombardment of Durazzo, Albania, on October 2, 1918, showcasing U.S. Navy sub-chasers in action during World War I. The image likely illustrates naval vessels engaging in military operations amidst battle conditions, with explosions or smoke visible in the background, indicative of the fierce engagements occurring at the time. The photo is part of a collection depicting significant naval operations during this pivotal period in history. The bombardment of Durazzo was a coordinated effort involving British, Italian, and U.S. naval forces against Austro-Hungarian positions. This campaign aimed to establish control over strategic locations on the Adriatic Sea, contributing to the collapse of the Central Powers. The U.S. sub-chasers played a critical role in protecting allied shipping routes and engaging enemy submarines, which were a significant threat during the war. Caption: Bombardment of Durazzo, Albania 10-2-18 by British, Italians and U.S. Sub-Chasers.

Price: 43 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2025-01-23T15:43:46.000Z

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