Fine Art Print : Rail-mounted gun in action, Western Front, WW1
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Rail-mounted gun in action, Western Front, WW1
A British rail-mounted gun in action on the Western Front during World War One. Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 14135261
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
Action Artillery Battlefield Firing Guns Heavy Monster Mounted
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a powerful rail-mounted gun in action on the Western Front during World War One. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you to the heart of the conflict in 1916. The raw power and intensity of the scene are brought to life in stunning detail, making this print an essential addition to any history or military enthusiast's collection. Rights Managed ensures the highest image quality and authenticity for your home or office decor.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 the raw power and destruction of war as a British rail-mounted gun thunders into action on the Western Front during World War One, circa 1916. The massive artillery piece, shrouded in black smoke, sits atop a train, its long barrel extending outwards as it prepares to fire. The train, a mobile fortress of steel and firepower, is surrounded by a desolate battlefield, the remnants of war scattered around. The rail-mounted gun was a crucial innovation in the war, allowing for rapid deployment and increased mobility compared to traditional static artillery. These guns could be transported quickly to different locations along the rail network, enabling commanders to respond to enemy movements and shifting battle lines. The scene is one of chaos and intensity, with explosions lighting up the sky in the distance and the ground shaking beneath the train. The air is thick with the acrid smell of gunpowder and the deafening roar of the gun as it fires. The soldiers manning the gun, their faces obscured by masks to protect against the choking smoke, work tirelessly to load and fire the next round. The rail-mounted gun was a symbol of the industrialized warfare that characterized the Western Front during World War One. The use of heavy artillery, such as this, revolutionized warfare and had a profound impact on the course of the war. This photograph is a testament to the bravery and determination of the soldiers who fought in this brutal conflict, and serves as a reminder of the devastating consequences of war.
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