Framed Print : American troop transport near Moulins, France, WW1
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American troop transport near Moulins, France, WW1
American troop transport on a road west of Moulins, northern France, during the First World War. The men of the 7th Infantry are being transported away from the western front for a well-earned rest. Date: 30 July 1918
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21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Introducing the captivating "American Troop Transport near Moulins, France, WW1" framed print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the First World War. Witness the scene of American soldiers on the move, making their way through the picturesque French countryside aboard a troop transport. The men of the 7th Infantry, weary from battle, are being taken away from the western front for much-needed rest. Add this historical masterpiece to your collection and bring a piece of World War I history into your home or office. Our high-quality framed prints are expertly crafted to preserve the rich details of this iconic photograph. Order yours today and relive the past.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite during the tumultuous events of the First World War. Taken on 30 July 1918, the image depicts a convoy of American troops from the 7th Infantry Regiment making their way westward from the northern French town of Moulins. The men, weary from their time on the front lines, are being transported to rest and recuperate before being redeployed. The open-topped trucks, or lorries, are filled to capacity with soldiers, their faces a mixture of exhaustion and relief as they leave the western front behind. The road leading out of Moulins stretches out before them, a promise of a brief reprieve from the horrors of war. The scene is a stark contrast to the chaos and destruction that had characterized much of the war in Europe up to this point. The First World War had been raging since 1914, and the American Expeditionary Forces had only arrived in significant numbers in 1917. The arrival of these fresh troops had given the Allies a much-needed boost, and the 7th Infantry had played a crucial role in the Battle of St. Mihiel in September 1918. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of rest and recuperation for soldiers. It also underscores the logistical challenges of moving large numbers of troops across great distances, a feat that required an immense amount of planning, organization, and resources. This photograph, taken near Moulins, northern France, is a testament to the indomitable spirit of the soldiers who served during the Great War and the vital role that transportation played in ensuring their well-being and the eventual Allied victory.
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