Canvas Print : VE Day celebrations: crowd greets Churchill at Whitehall
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VE Day celebrations: crowd greets Churchill at Whitehall
Front cover of The Illustrated London News, showing Winston Churchill being cheered by an excited crowd as he made his way to the House of Commons via Whitehall, on VE Day.
8th May 1945
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Media ID 14348505
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1945 Celebrations Cheered Churchill News Sep15 Victory Whitehall Winston
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Celebrate history in your home with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "VE Day celebrations: crowd greets Churchill at Whitehall," showcases a pivotal moment in history as Winston Churchill is greeted by an elated crowd on VE Day, 8th May 1945. Originally published on the front cover of The Illustrated London News by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online, this iconic photograph is now available in our Canvas Print collection. Elevate the mood and character of any room with this inspiring and timeless piece of art.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.9cm x 50.8cm (14.1" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
VE Day Celebrations: A Historic Moment in London's History - Winston Churchill's Triumphant Procession through Whitehall On the historic 8th of May, 1945, the long-awaited Victory in Europe (VE) Day was finally declared. The news of the unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany reached the shores of Britain, bringing an end to the devastating Second World War in Europe. The Illustrated London News captured this momentous occasion with a striking front cover image. The photograph shows Winston Churchill, the iconic British Prime Minister, making his way to the House of Commons amidst an ecstatic crowd. The scene unfolds on Whitehall, the grand boulevard in the heart of London, where people from all walks of life had gathered to celebrate the hard-earned victory. The jubilant crowd, filled with relief and excitement, extends their hands and voices in a warm welcome to their beloved leader. Churchill, dressed in his signature Homburg hat and overcoat, looks determined and resolute, as if absorbing the energy of the crowd. The image encapsulates the collective spirit of the British people, who had endured years of adversity and sacrifice, finally coming together to celebrate their victory. This iconic photograph is a testament to the indomitable British spirit that carried the nation through the darkest days of the war. It stands as a symbol of hope, unity, and resilience, reminding us of the power of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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