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Canvas Print : Scene near Mametz Wood, Western Front, WW1
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Scene near Mametz Wood, Western Front, WW1
German ammunition wagons destroyed by British artillery fire near Mametz Wood on the Western Front in France during World War One. Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 14135196
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
Advance Ammunition Artillery Destroyed Mametz Wagons Wheel
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints, featuring an evocative image from the past. This powerful piece, titled "Scene near Mametz Wood, Western Front, WW1," captures the raw intensity of the Battlefield. The haunting image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, portrays German ammunition wagons destroyed by British artillery fire near Mametz Wood in France during World War One, circa 1916. Bring history to life in your home or office with this striking canvas print, expertly printed on high-quality canvas using archival inks to ensure longevity and vibrancy. Each print is individually inspected and carefully rolled for secure shipping. Honor the past and add depth to any space with this captivating piece from Media Storehouse.
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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This evocative image captures the aftermath of a fierce battle near Mametz Wood on the Western Front during World War One. Circa 1916, the scene depicts the remnants of German ammunition wagons, their wheels still spinning in mid-air, as they lie destroyed by the relentless barrage of British artillery fire. The road behind is littered with debris and the once pristine wagons now reduced to twisted metal and shattered wood. The First World War, also known as the Great War, was a global conflict that lasted from 1914 to 1918. The Western Front, stretching from the North Sea to the Swiss border, was the main theatre of war for the Allied Powers and the Central Powers. The battle of Mametz Wood took place in July 1916, during the larger Battle of the Somme. The British forces, seeking to advance and gain ground, faced stiff resistance from the German troops, who were well-entrenched in the woods. The use of heavy artillery was a common tactic during the war, with both sides attempting to outmaneuver and outgun each other. The destruction of the German ammunition wagons in this image demonstrates the devastating impact of such tactics, as the British forces sought to disrupt the enemy's supply lines and weaken their ability to respond. This poignant photograph serves as a stark reminder of the brutal realities of war and the sacrifices made by the men on both sides. The image is a testament to the historical significance of the events that unfolded on the Western Front during the First World War.
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