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Fine Art Print : 8in. howitzer gun carriage on an Open B wagon at Swindon Works, c. 1914
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8in. howitzer gun carriage on an Open B wagon at Swindon Works, c. 1914
This 8in. howitzer gun carriage was one of the first batch to be made at Swindon Works. It sits on an unfinished OPEN B wagon awaiting dispatch. The wagon has had its five plank body removed and has been branded for military traffic only. These specially adapted wagons were requested as soon as Britain entered the war in August 1914, with a total of 101 being supplied by Swindon
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 20172672
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
Munitions Swindon Works Wagon World War 1
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with this captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Witness the raw power and engineering brilliance of an 8in. howitzer gun carriage, skillfully captured at Swindon Works in 1914. The image showcases the gun carriage atop an unfinished Open B wagon, adding an intriguing layer of history. This exquisite print, sourced from the esteemed STEAM Museum of the GWR, is a must-have for history enthusiasts, military collectors, and art aficionados alike. Bring the grandeur of the past into your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print.
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.
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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.
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In this evocative photograph from the STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway (GWR), an 8-inch howitzer gun carriage is prominently displayed atop an Open B wagon at Swindon Works, around 1914. This image captures a pivotal moment in history as Britain prepared for the onset of the First World War. The howitzer gun carriage, one of the first batches produced at Swindon Works, sits proudly on the open-air wagon, its intricate design and robust construction evident. The wagon, however, remains in an unfinished state, with its five-plank body removed, and branded explicitly for military traffic. This adaptation was a response to the urgent requests made by the British military as soon as the country entered the war in August 1914. Swindon Works, renowned for its expertise in railway engineering, answered the call and supplied a total of 101 of these specially adapted wagons to support the war effort. The Open B wagons, designed to transport heavy military equipment, were crucial in the logistical support of the British military during the First World War. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the vital role that Swindon Works and the GWR played in the war effort, demonstrating the swift adaptation of railway technology to meet the demands of the military. The open wagon, with its howitzer gun carriage, stands as a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of the British people during a time of great need.
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