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British soldiers during a period of rest - Western Front
Photograph of British soldiers during a period of rest. Men walking past are carrying rifles and towels but no equipment. A variety of headwear is shown, including service caps, cap comforters, pith helmets and glengarrys on two Scottish soldiers. One of 193 British and Allied Official photographs taken on the Western Front during World War One. Mounted on card, some with their original captions. Associated with World War One, Western Front (1914-1918). Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 14170485
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Caps Carry Helmets Knitwear Marching Past Pith Rest Resting Rifles Comforters
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a poignant moment of respite during the Western Front. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures British soldiers in a candid moment, as they walk past one another during a brief pause from the rigors of war. The soldiers are seen carrying towels and rifles, their diverse headwear adding to the rich tapestry of this powerful photograph. Bring the history of the Western Front into your home or office with this stunning, rights-managed print, and let the story of bravery and resilience unfold before your eyes.
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 35.5cm (21" x 14")
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
This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite for British soldiers during the harsh realities of the Western Front in World War One, circa 1916. The scene shows a group of weary soldiers taking a break from their duties, with some strolling past in the foreground, carrying rifles and towels but no other equipment. The diverse headwear of the soldiers adds to the image's intrigue, with service caps, cap comforters, knitwear, pith helmets, and Glengarrys adorning the heads of two Scottish troops. The absence of heavy packs and equipment suggests that this may be a brief pause in their marching orders. The soldiers' expressions convey a mix of fatigue, relief, and camaraderie, offering a poignant glimpse into their daily lives during this pivotal period in history. This photograph is one of 193 official images taken on the Western Front during World War One, mounted on card with their original captions, and is an essential addition to any collection dedicated to the history of the First World War.
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