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Stafford Cripps - Independence of Burma
Sir Stafford Cripps attends a celebration to mark the granting of the Independence of Burma in 1948.
1948
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1948 Burma Burmese Granting Independence Speech Stafford Cripps
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Stafford Cripps - Independence of Burma" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse's exclusive collection, featuring an iconic image from the Mary Evans / Photo Union Collection. This evocative photograph, taken in 1948, captures Sir Stafford Cripps, a pivotal figure in Burma's journey to independence, attending a celebration marking this historic moment. The high-quality canvas print brings the rich history and vibrant colors of this significant event to your home or office. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium materials and superior printing techniques, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your space. Transport yourself back in time and add a touch of history to your décor with this inspiring and intriguing piece.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this historic photograph, Sir Stafford Cripps, a British statesman and Labour Party politician, stands among a sea of joyous Burmese citizens during a celebration marking the granting of Burma's independence on January 4, 1948. The momentous occasion signified the end of British imperial rule in Burma, which had been under British control since the late 19th century. Sir Stafford Cripps, who served as the British Cabinet Minister for India and Burma from 1946 to 1947, played a significant role in the negotiations leading up to Burma's independence. In 1946, he presented the "Cripps Proposals" to the Burmese leaders, outlining a plan for self-governance within the British Commonwealth. Although the proposals were ultimately rejected, they paved the way for further negotiations and eventual independence. The image captures the jubilant atmosphere as Burmese citizens celebrate their newfound freedom, with Sir Stafford Cripps standing proudly among them, a testament to the successful transition from colonial rule to independence. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the complex and often tumultuous history of decolonization in Asia and the role that political figures like Sir Stafford Cripps played in shaping the future of nations. This photograph is an invaluable historical document, offering a glimpse into a pivotal moment in the history of Burma and its relationship with the British Empire. The image is part of the Mary Evans Prints Online collection and provides a powerful visual representation of the granting of independence to Burma in 1948.
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