Canvas Print : A week of food required for the German Army, WW1
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A week of food required for the German Army, WW1
A scale drawing giving an impression of the volume of food needed to feed the German Army for one week during the First World War compared to the spires of Cologne Cathedral. Date: 1914
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Media ID 14148754
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Bread Cologne Feed Feeding Meat Potatoes Ration Rationing Rations Scale Spires Week Volume
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints, featuring an intriguing historical image: "A Week of Food Required for the German Army, WW1." This captivating print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a scale drawing that offers a striking comparison between the colossal amount of food needed to sustain the German Army for one week during World War I and the iconic spires of Cologne Cathedral. This thought-provoking image, dated 1914, is a testament to the logistical challenges of war and an essential addition to any history or military-themed decor. Order your Media Storehouse Canvas Print today and bring a piece of historical significance into your home or office.
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 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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
This evocative scale drawing from 1914 offers a striking contrast between the colossal quantities of food required to sustain the German Army during the First World War and the iconic spires of Cologne Cathedral. In the foreground, an impressive array of provisions is meticulously laid out, representing a week's worth of rations for just one company of soldiers. The mountainous piles of potatoes, loaves of bread, and sides of meat dwarf the soldiers who stand nearby, offering a tangible sense of the immense logistical challenge of feeding an army in the field. The First World War marked a significant shift in military logistics, with the implementation of centralized rationing systems to ensure a steady supply of food and other essentials to the troops. Each soldier was allotted a daily ration of approximately 3,000 calories, which was comprised of a variety of items, including potatoes, bread, meat, and other staples. The sheer volume of food required to maintain this level of sustenance is evident in this drawing, with the piles of provisions stretching far beyond the soldiers' reach. The spires of Cologne Cathedral, a symbol of German history and culture, provide a poignant backdrop to this scene, serving as a reminder of the broader context in which this military endeavor was taking place. As the war raged on, the German Army relied on the support of its people and the resources of its homeland to keep its soldiers fed and fighting. This powerful image offers a unique perspective on the scale of the military effort and the sacrifices made during the First World War.
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