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German sentry WWII
German sentry on duty on the Channel coast in France during World War II Date: 1939-1945
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Media ID 23034206
© Mary Evans/Robert Hunt Collection
Bunker Channel Defence Defences Second Sentry
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring history into your home with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image of a German sentry on duty along the Channel coast in France during World War II, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a testament to the historical significance of that era. Each print is meticulously crafted on high-quality canvas, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that truly bring the photograph to life. Add this unique piece to your collection and create a conversation starter in your living space.
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the intense vigilance of a German sentry as he stands guard on the Channel coast of France during World War II. Dated between 1939 and 1945, the image offers a glimpse into the daily life of the German military forces during this pivotal period in world history. The sentry, dressed in his full military uniform, is poised and alert, his eyes scanning the horizon with unwavering focus. His rifle is at the ready, a clear indication of the potential threat that lurked just beyond the shoreline. The fortified bunker behind him speaks to the extensive defensive measures put in place to protect against an Allied invasion. The Channel coast was a strategic location during the war, with both sides recognizing its importance as a potential entry point for an invasion. The German forces, under the command of Adolf Hitler, constructed an intricate network of fortifications, including bunkers, gun emplacements, and minefields, to deter any enemy advances. Despite the ominous backdrop, the photograph also conveys a sense of isolation and solitude. The sentry stands alone, his only companions the relentless waves of the English Channel and the vast expanse of the French coastline. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides during the Second World War, and the complex web of history that continues to shape our world today.
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