Fine Art Print : Chicken Munitions Shells WW1
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Chicken Munitions Shells WW1
Chicken Munitions Shells WW1. A brown hen is proudly Doing her bit! by producing more shells for the war effort. Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 14164563
© The March of the Women Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Chicken Effort Munitions Producing Proudly Shells Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Rights
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the captivating Chicken Munitions Shells WW1 print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints collection, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This charming and humorous image, circa 1916, depicts a proud brown hen in the midst of her war effort, busily producing chicken munitions shells. A delightful blend of history and whimsy, this unique print adds character and conversation to any space. Order your Chicken Munitions Shells WW1 Fine Art Print today and bring a touch of nostalgia and humor to your home or office decor.
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 34.2cm x 53.3cm (13.5" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Chicken Munitions Shells WW1: A Brown Hen Proudly Doing Her Bit! (circa 1916) During the tumultuous years of the First World War, the spirit of patriotism and determination was not confined to the battlefields alone. The home front was equally important, and women, in particular, played a crucial role in supporting the war effort in various ways. One such unique contribution came from an unexpected source – a brown hen. This image, taken circa 1916, depicts a proud hen, clucking contentedly as she lays an extraordinary egg. But this is no ordinary egg; it is a chicken munitions shell, a testament to the innovative spirit and resourcefulness of the time. With the demand for munitions skyrocketing, the British government sought unconventional methods to meet the production quota. Enter the humble hen. The idea of using chicken eggs to make munitions shells was not new. The process involved collecting fresh eggs, draining the yolk and white, and replacing them with explosives. The shells were then sealed and hardened before being sent off to the front lines. This ingenious method not only helped meet the demand for munitions but also provided employment opportunities for women, many of whom were suffragettes, fighting for their rights and suffrage. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the extraordinary lengths people went to during the First World War, demonstrating the power of innovation, resilience, and unity in the face of adversity. The brown hen in the image, with her head held high and a sense of purpose in her eyes, symbolizes the indomitable spirit of the women who contributed to the war effort in their own unique ways.
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