Canvas Print : British Troops examine a German Royal Tiger, France; Second
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British Troops examine a German Royal Tiger, France; Second
Photograph showing several British soldiers examining an abandoned German Royal Tiger tank, near Falaise, 1944. This heavy tank was reported to weigh 65 tons, with 6-inch armour plating and an 88-mm gun
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Media ID 4384041
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1944 Abandoned Armour Examine Examining Falaise Heavy Inch Plating Reported Tank Tiger Tons Weigh
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints: Bring history into your home with our high-quality, museum-grade canvas prints. This captivating image, "British Troops examine a German Royal Tiger, France; Second," showcases a pivotal moment from World War II, as British soldiers closely inspect an abandoned German Royal Tiger tank near Falaise in 1944. With a reported weight of 65 tons, the Royal Tiger was a formidable force on the battlefield. Our canvas prints are meticulously printed using the finest archival inks and wrapped around a thick, sturdy canvas stretcher, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting reproduction. Immerse yourself in this piece of history and elevate your interior design with the authentic texture and vibrant colors of our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints.
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 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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
This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of World War II as British troops carefully examine an abandoned German Royal Tiger tank near Falaise, France, in July 1944. The Royal Tiger, also known as the Tiger II, was a formidable heavy tank that weighed an impressive 65 tons and boasted 6-inch armour plating and an 88-mm gun. This particular tank, with its imposing presence and menacing appearance, had likely caused fear and destruction on the battlefield before being disabled or abandoned by its German crew. The British soldiers in the photograph are intently studying the tank, likely assessing its capabilities and vulnerabilities. Their expressions reveal a mix of awe, curiosity, and caution as they approach this formidable enemy machine. The scene is a testament to the relentless nature of war and the constant ebb and flow of battlefield fortunes. The photograph, taken in the aftermath of the Battle of Falaise, is a poignant reminder of the brutal realities of war and the sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides. It also underscores the technological advancements and innovations that shaped the course of the conflict. The Royal Tiger tank, with its advanced armour and firepower, represented the pinnacle of German tank design at the time, and its capture or destruction was a significant victory for the Allied forces. This photograph, taken on the 21st of July, 1944, is a valuable historical record of a pivotal moment in the European theatre of World War II. It is a testament to the bravery and determination of the soldiers on both sides and a reminder of the importance of understanding the past to inform the present.
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