Canvas Print : Interior of carriage where Armistice signed, France, WW1
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Interior of carriage where Armistice signed, France, WW1
Interior of Marshal Fochs railway carriage in the Forest of Compiegne, France, where the Armistice was signed on 11 November 1918 to end the First World War. Photograph on a postcard with 11 November 1918 postmark. Date: November 1918
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Media ID 14124134
© Robert Hunt Library/Mary Evans
Armistice Chairs Compiegne Foch Forest Headlines Marechal Marshal Newspaper Peace Phone Signatures Signed Signing Telephone
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints collection, featuring an exclusive image of historical significance - the Interior of Marshal Foch's railway carriage in the Forest of Compiegne, France, where the Armistice was signed on 11 November 1918. This Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online brings a piece of World War I history into your home. The high-quality canvas print beautifully captures the intricate details of the carriage's interior, transporting you back in time. Each canvas print is carefully crafted using premium materials and vibrant inks to ensure a stunning and long-lasting display. Add this unique and evocative piece to your collection and relive the historical moment that marked the end of the Great War.
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 postcard image captures the interior of Marshal Foch's railway carriage in the Forest of Compiegne, France, where the Armistice of 11 November 1918 was signed, effectively ending the First World War. The photograph, postmarked on 11 November 1918, offers a glimpse into history as the Allied and German delegations gathered to negotiate the terms of peace. Marshal Foch, a French military leader, presided over the proceedings, seated at the head of the table. General Weygand, his chief of staff, is seen seated to his right, while other military and diplomatic figures are arrayed around the table. A telephone, a vital communication tool during the negotiations, sits on a nearby table. The atmosphere is tense, as evidenced by the furrowed brows and focused expressions on the faces of the men. Newspapers with headlines announcing the Armistice are scattered about, adding to the sense of momentous occasion. The walls of the carriage are adorned with maps and documents, further emphasizing the importance of the negotiations. The signing of the Armistice in this very carriage marked the end of the Great War, a conflict that had claimed the lives of millions and left a profound impact on the world. Today, the carriage stands as a testament to the power of diplomacy and the importance of peace. This historical artifact is now on display at various exhibitions, allowing future generations to reflect on the sacrifices made during this pivotal moment in history.
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