Fine Art Print : Belgian troops with dogs
Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Belgian troops with dogs
Belgian dogs once harnessed to dairy cars, being used to pull the machine-guns into position on the battlefield. Date: December 1914
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Media ID 14169890
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Artillery Battlefield Belgian Carts Guns Pull Pulling
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this evocative image of Belgian troops and their faithful canine companions. Drawn from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive, this powerful photograph captures a moment from the early days of World War I, as Belgian soldiers harness their dogs to dairy cars, using them to transport machine-guns into position on the battlefield. With their determined expressions and unwavering loyalty, these dogs played a crucial role in the defense of their country during this pivotal historical period. Bring this inspiring scene into your home or office with our high-quality Fine Art Prints, each meticulously printed on premium paper to bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of this iconic image.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 34.2cm (21" x 13.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
December 1914: Belgian Troops and Their Canine Comrades on the Battlefield Amidst the chaos and destruction of the First World War, an unusual alliance took form on the battlefields of Belgium. In this evocative photograph from the Mary Evans Collection, Belgian soldiers are seen leading their canine companions, not in the pursuit of prey or play, but in the service of war. The dogs, once harnessed to dairy cars, were now put to use in a new role, pulling machine-guns into position. The image captures the raw determination and grit of both man and beast as they trudge along a muddy road, their faces set with focus and resolve. The soldiers, bundled up against the cold and damp, cling tightly to the handles of the guns, while the dogs strain at their harnesses, their eyes fixed on the task at hand. The scene is one of quiet intensity, a testament to the adaptability and resourcefulness of those caught up in the horrors of war. The use of animals in warfare was not new, but the employment of dogs as transport for heavy artillery was a novel innovation. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the wartime events of 1914, revealing the unexpected ways in which animals played a crucial role in the conflict. With the clang of guns and the roar of engines fading into the distance, the bond between soldier and dog remains a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to find strength and solace in the most unlikely of places.
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