Canvas Print : Belgian retreat to Antwerp, WW1
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Belgian retreat to Antwerp, WW1
Scene during the Belgian armys retreat to Antwerp soon after the start of the First World War. Cavalry are seen here retreating from Louvain (Leuven). Date: 20 August 1914
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Antwerp Belgian Cavalry Flanders Leuven Louvain Retreat Retreating Start War Time Ww 1
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Canvas Print featuring the powerful image of 'Belgian Retreat to Antwerp, WW1' by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative scene captures the intensity of the Belgian army's retreat from Louvain (Leuven) during the early days of World War I. Horses and cavalry charge through the dusty streets, leaving a trail of determination and resilience in their wake. Bring history to life in your home or office with this stunning, high-quality canvas print. Perfect for history enthusiasts, military buffs, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of historical photography."
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
August 20, 1914: A Scene of the Belgian Army's Retreat to Antwerp during the Early Days of World War I Amid the chaotic and frenzied opening acts of the First World War, the Belgian army found itself in a desperate race against time to reach the fortified city of Antwerp. With the German forces rapidly advancing, the Belgian cavalry made their hasty retreat from the town of Louvain (Leuven) on August 20, 1914. This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in the retreat, as Belgian cavalrymen and their horses make their way along a dusty road, their faces etched with a mixture of determination, exhaustion, and fear. The clatter of hooves and the cacophony of military drums echo through the Flanders countryside, as the soldiers and their mounts press onward, leaving behind the smoldering ruins of Louvain in their wake. The scene is a stark reminder of the brutal realities of war, as the men and horses, weary from their arduous journey, plod onward, their spirits undeterred in the face of overwhelming adversity. The road ahead stretches out like a lifeline, offering the only hope of safety and salvation for the beleaguered Belgian forces. As the sun begins to set on this fateful day, the soldiers and their horses continue their retreat towards Antwerp, their hearts filled with a mixture of hope and trepidation. The outcome of their desperate bid for survival remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: they will not go down without a fight. This powerful image, taken during the early days of the Great War, stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit of the Belgian army and the unyielding resolve of its soldiers. It serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the men and women of Belgium during the dark days of the First World War, and the enduring legacy of courage and resilience that continues to inspire us to this day.
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