Canvas Print : American gunners and transport near St Mihiel, France, WW1
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American gunners and transport near St Mihiel, France, WW1
American gunners and transport making a stop on a road near St Mihiel, north eastern France, during the First World War. Date: September 1918
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Media ID 7219539
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Ammunition Artillery Break Destroyed Destruction Gunner Gunners Guns Mihiel Rest Rubble Ruined Stop Supplies Supply Wagon Wagons
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our stunning Canvas Print of American gunners and transport near St Mihiel, France during World War I. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a moment of respite as soldiers and transport make a stop on a dusty road. The raw power and determination of the American forces during this pivotal moment in history is beautifully brought to life in this high-quality Canvas Print. Perfect for adding a touch of history and character to any room in your home or office.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph taken in September 1918, American gunners and transport make a much-needed stop on a road near the ruined town of St. Mihiel, north eastern France. The First World War was drawing to a close, but the relentless pace of battle had taken its toll on both men and machinery. The scene is one of weariness and destruction. The road is lined with the remnants of shattered buildings, their once-proud facades reduced to rubble and ruins. The trees in the background are bare and twisted, their branches reaching out like skeletal fingers against the grey sky. Amidst the desolation, American soldiers and their transport wagons come to rest. The soldiers, weary from the rigors of battle, sit on the ground or lean against their guns, their faces etched with exhaustion and determination. The wagons, laden with supplies and ammunition, are a vital link in the chain of logistics that kept the American Expeditionary Force (AEF) fighting on the Western Front. The gunners, their faces grim and focused, attend to their machines. The guns themselves, towering monuments to industrial might, are a testament to the technological advances that had transformed the nature of warfare. The machine guns, in particular, were a fearsome sight, their barrels blackened with use and their belts loaded with ammunition. Despite the destruction all around them, there is a sense of order and purpose in this scene. The soldiers and their transport are not just making a stop; they are rearming and refueling, preparing for the next push forward. The war may have been brutal and unforgiving, but the American troops were determined to see it through to the end. This powerful image captures the essence of the American experience in the First World War, a time of sacrifice, endurance, and ultimate triumph. It is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the indomitable spirit of those who fought it.
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