Cushion > Animals > Birds > Gruiformes > Rallidae > African Rail
Cushion : Transporting supplies, Schaedels Farm, Lindi, WW1
Home Decor from Mary Evans Picture Library
Transporting supplies, Schaedels Farm, Lindi, WW1
Transporting supplies on a mini railway at Schaedels Farm, a place of relaxation for exhausted soldiers near Lindi, East Africa, during WW1.
1917
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14377400
© The On Call in Africa Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Lindi Mini Supplies Track Transporting Schaedel
Cushion
Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft cushions
Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Africa
> Related Images
> Animals
> Birds
> Gruiformes
> Rallidae
> African Rail
> Historic
> World War I and II
> Soldiers
> Popular Themes
> Railway Posters
> Transportation
> Trains
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the scene at Schaedels Farm in Lindi, East Africa during World War I, as weary soldiers transport supplies using a miniature railway. Dated to 1917, this image offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life of soldiers during wartime. Schaedels Farm, a place of relaxation and respite, served as a vital hub for the British military forces during their campaign in East Africa. The farm's miniature railway was employed to transport essential supplies from the nearby port of Lindi to the front lines, reducing the burden on soldiers and ensuring the smooth running of military operations. The railway track stretches out into the distance, with a train loaded with crates and sacks making its way towards the soldiers waiting at the platform. The soldiers, dressed in their uniforms and carrying weapons, appear focused and determined as they prepare to unload the supplies. The African landscape, with its lush vegetation and clear blue sky, provides a stark contrast to the harsh realities of war. This photograph offers a unique perspective on the logistical challenges faced by the military during the First World War, and the innovative solutions they employed to overcome them. The image also serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers and civilians alike during this period of history, and the resilience and determination that carried them through even the most challenging of circumstances.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
