Fine Art Print : German prisoners making a road in southern England 1917
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German prisoners making a road in southern England 1917
Some 102, 000 German prisoners making a road through the woods in a picturesque corner of southern England, where they are building their own camp.
1917
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Media ID 14412157
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Mary Evans Picture Library, featuring the captivating image "German Prisoners Making a Road in Southern England, 1917." This evocative photograph, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases an extraordinary scene of over 100,000 German prisoners constructing their own camp and building a road through the woods. Witness a unique moment in history, as these soldiers toil together in a picturesque corner of England. Bring this remarkable piece of World War I history into your home or office, and add depth and character to any space with its rich, authentic detail.
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 51.2cm x 35.5cm (20.2" 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 in history during the First World War when over 102,000 German prisoners of war were put to work building roads in a picturesque corner of southern England. Taken in 1917, the image shows the prisoners making steady progress through the woods, each man focused on his task. The camp, established in 1915, was one of several in the UK where German prisoners were held and put to work as part of the war effort. The prisoners were housed in huts and provided with food, clothing, and medical care, but they were subjected to strict discipline and long working hours. The roads they built were essential for the transportation of troops and supplies to the Western Front, and the labour provided by the prisoners helped to alleviate the strain on British manpower. Despite the challenging conditions, the prisoners were paid a small wage for their work, and some were even allowed to send money home to their families. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the unexpected alliances that could form in even the most adversarial of circumstances.
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