Fine Art Print : WW1 - Indian maxim section awaiting the enemy, Suez Canal
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WW1 - Indian maxim section awaiting the enemy, Suez Canal
WW1 - An Indian maxim section helping to defend Egypt against the Turks. The three Indians are positioned on baron land, awaiting their enemy. They lie in position with their weaponry, ready to aim and fire. Date: 1914
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Media ID 14223875
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Aimed Artillery Awaiting Baron Canal Defend Defending Desert Indians Maxim Position Positioned Ready Suez Turbans Wait Waiting Weaponry Weapons
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the evocative image of WW1 - Indian Maxim Section Awaiting the Enemy at the Suez Canal. This captivating photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the heart of the conflict as three brave Indian soldiers stand guard, their Maxim guns at the ready. A poignant reminder of the courage and sacrifice of the troops during this pivotal moment in history, this print makes a stunning addition to any wall in your home or office. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your space.
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 29.3cm (21" x 11.5")
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
This evocative photograph captures the moment of quiet anticipation in the desolate, barren landscape of Egypt during the early days of World War I. Three Indian soldiers, dressed in turbans and wearing heavy packs, lie prone on the ground, their weapons at the ready. Positioned in an Indian Maxim section, they are part of a larger defensive line established to protect Egypt against the advancing Turkish forces. The Maxim gun, a fearsome and effective weapon of the time, lies between them, its barrels ominously pointed towards the horizon. The soldiers' expressions are focused and determined, their eyes scanning the vast expanse of the Suez Canal and the surrounding desert for any signs of the enemy. The date on the photograph is 1914, marking the beginning of a long and brutal conflict that would change the course of history. This image offers a poignant reminder of the brave men who put their lives on the line to defend their country and protect strategic interests during the First World War.
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