Canvas Print : WW1 - Eastern Front - Russian and German soldiers fraternise
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WW1 - Eastern Front - Russian and German soldiers fraternise
WW1 - Eastern Front - Russian and German soldiers fraternise - Christmas 1917 Date: 1917
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Media ID 14189398
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Alexander Meledin
Fraternisation Fraternising Germans Meet Meeting Peaceful Russians Sides Truce December
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Discover the historical significance of the past with our captivating WW1 Canvas Print from Media Storehouse. This exclusive piece features an iconic image of Russian and German soldiers fraternizing on the Eastern Front during Christmas 1917, captured by Mary Evans Prints Online. The powerful and poignant scene from Rights Managed evokes a sense of unity and humanity amid the chaos of war. Bring this evocative piece into your home or office to inspire reflection and conversation. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted with premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the history to life. Order now and add a touch of history to your 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 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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
This evocative photograph captures a rare moment of peace and camaraderie between Russian and German soldiers on the Eastern Front during Christmas of 1917. Amidst the chaos and brutality of the First World War, these troops from opposing sides momentarily set aside their differences to celebrate the holiday season. The image shows a group of Russian soldiers, dressed in heavy winter coats and fur hats, gathered around a table with their German counterparts. The Germans, wearing their distinctive pickelhauben helmets, sit amongst them, engaging in friendly conversation. The Christmas Truce of 1917 was a series of unofficial ceasefires that took place along the Western Front, but this photograph suggests that similar events occurred on the Eastern Front as well. The soldiers are seen sharing food, drinks, and stories, creating a sense of unity that transcended the political and military tensions of the time. This powerful photograph offers a glimpse into the human side of the war, highlighting the complexities and contradictions of the conflict. It challenges the popular perception of the First World War as a uniformly brutal and unrelenting experience, and instead, reveals the capacity for compassion and understanding even in the most unlikely of circumstances. The exact location and date of this photograph are not definitively known, but it serves as a poignant reminder of the shared humanity that existed between soldiers on both sides of the conflict. As we reflect on the history of the First World War, this image stands as a testament to the enduring power of human connection, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable adversity.
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