Canvas Print : Canada Hudsons Bay
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Canada Hudsons Bay
The British faf flies proudly over Prince of Wales Fort. Date: 1797
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Media ID 14110108
© Mary Evans Picture Library
1797 Flies Fort Hudson Proudly
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the historic beauty of Canada's past into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring the captivating image "Canada Hudsons Bay" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this print showcases the majestic Prince of Wales Fort and the striking presence of the British flag. Transport yourself back in time with this stunning representation of 18th-century Canadian history, expertly printed on high-quality canvas for a vibrant and long-lasting display. Elevate your decor and add a touch of timeless charm to any room.
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 image captures the majesty of the British flag, known as the 'Flying Albion' or 'Flag Amherst', proudly fluttering above Prince of Wales Fort in Canada's Hudson Bay in 1797. The fort, a significant historical site, was established in 1673 by the British East India Company as part of their efforts to assert control over the valuable fur trade in the region. The fort's strategic location at the mouth of the Hudson River made it a vital outpost for the British, who sought to protect their interests from encroachment by other European powers. The British flag, with its distinctive Union Jack design, symbolizes the might and reach of the British Empire at the turn of the 19th century. The flag's presence above the fort underscores the British dominance in the region during this period. The image also serves as a reminder of the rich history of exploration, trade, and colonialism that shaped the Canadian landscape and its people. The Hudson Bay region was a key site of interaction between European explorers, traders, and Indigenous peoples. The fur trade was a significant economic and cultural force, with beaver pelts being highly prized for their value in the European market. The exchange of goods and ideas between European traders and Indigenous peoples had far-reaching consequences, leading to the spread of European diseases, the adoption of new technologies, and the formation of new social and political structures. This photograph, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the British flag flew proudly over Prince of Wales Fort in the heart of Canada's Hudson Bay. It serves as a reminder of the complex and fascinating history of this region and the role it played in shaping the world as we know it today.
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