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Fine Art Print : Allied Military Leaders receive Legion of Honour Grand Croix
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Allied Military Leaders receive Legion of Honour Grand Croix
Allied Military Leaders - WWII era. General Gamelin, Commander-in-chief of the Allied Armies; General Sir Edmund Ironside, Chief of the British Imperial General Staff; General Viscount Gort, British Commander-in-Chief and General Georges, French Commander-in-Chief in the North-East, after the ceremony in which the British Generals received the Grand Croix of the Legion of Honour in 1946. Date: 1946
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1946 Allied Allies Award Awarded Ceremony Chief Croix Decorations Edmund Gamelan Generals Georges Gort Honour Ironside Leaders Legion Viscount
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this iconic image of Allied Military Leaders receiving the Legion of Honour Grand Croix. Witness a pivotal moment during World War II as General Gamelin, Commander-in-chief of the Allied Armies, General Sir Edmund Ironside, Chief of the British Imperial General Staff, and General Viscount Gort proudly accept their awards from French military officials. Each print is meticulously sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and offers a stunning, high-resolution representation of this historic event. Bring a piece of military history into your home or office and elevate your decor with this beautiful and authentic work of art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33.8cm (21" x 13.3")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a historic moment in the aftermath of World War II, as Allied military leaders accept the Grand Croix of the Legion of Honour in a poignant ceremony held in 1946. The esteemed recipients include General Maxime Weygand, who had served as the French Commander-in-Chief in the North-Africa Campaign, as well as three prominent British generals: General Sir John Dwight D'Arcy Gamelin, Commander-in-Chief of the Allied Armies; General Sir Edmund Ironside, Chief of the Imperial General Staff; and General Viscount Gort, British Commander-in-Chief. Standing proudly beside them is General Charles de Gaulle's representative, General Georges, who would later become the French President. The Legion of Honour, France's highest decoration, was awarded to the British generals in recognition of their significant contributions to the Allied forces during World War II. The ceremony took place at the Quai d'Orsay in Paris, marking a symbolic moment of unity and cooperation between the Allied powers. The photograph presents a striking image of these military leaders, their uniforms adorned with numerous decorations and medals, standing together in a show of solidarity and respect. The solemn expressions on their faces convey the gravity of the events that had transpired during the war and the importance of the moment as they received this prestigious accolade. This photograph is an essential piece of World War II history, offering a glimpse into the post-war era and the complex web of alliances that shaped the course of history. It serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these brave men and the enduring bonds forged between the Allied forces during this pivotal period.
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