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Blind Italian soldier - WWI
Italian soldiers blinded during World War One - a poem explaining their fate. Date: circa 1918
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Media ID 7199027
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Aided Amos Blind Blindness Injured Injury Invalid Lost Nurse Poem Sacrifice Sight Struggle Trooper Ultimate Ww 1
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Bring history to life with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This moving image, titled "Blind Italian Soldier - WWI," is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the conflict. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed photograph, depicting blinded Italian soldiers circa 1918, is a powerful piece of World War One history. Each print is meticulously crafted on high-quality canvas, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail. Display this evocative artwork in your home or office as a conversation starter, or as a tribute to the bravery and resilience of our past heroes."
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the chaotic backdrop of the Italian front during World War One, circa 1918, this poignant image captures the raw emotion and heart-wrenching reality of the human cost of war. The blinded Italian soldier, his face etched with the lines of age and the weight of unimaginable loss, sits in quiet contemplation, his hands resting on the worn folds of his uniform. The crimson cross of the Italian Red Cross emblem, a symbol of hope and healing, is emblazoned on the bandage that covers his eyes. The fate of this brave soldier, one of countless others who bore the brunt of the war's devastating consequences, is a testament to the ultimate sacrifice made by the Italian troops in the name of freedom and national pride. The loss of sight, a cruel and unforgiving injury, robbed him of the ability to witness the beauty of the world around him, to see the faces of his loved ones, and to experience the simple joys of life. Yet, even in the face of such adversity, hope remains. A kind and compassionate nurse, her expression a mixture of sadness and determination, tenderly aids the soldier, her gentle touch a reminder of the human connection that transcends the horrors of war. As we gaze upon this powerful and evocative image, we are reminded of the profound impact that war has on the lives of individuals and the collective human spirit. The poem inscribed below, penned by an unknown author, encapsulates the poignant and enduring message of hope, resilience, and the indomitable human spirit in the face of adversity: "In the darkness of the trench, Where the bullets fly and shells detonate, A soldier lost his sight, In the struggle for the light. But hope remained, In the gentle touch of a nurse's hand, A reminder that even in the depths of despair, The human spirit will always find a way to repair. For though his eyes may be closed, His heart still beats with the courage of the brave, And in the ultimate sacrifice, He found a new way to see the world through faith.
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