Framed Print : Belgian motorcycle despatch rider, 1914
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Belgian motorcycle despatch rider, 1914
A Belgian motorcycle despatch rider just manages to outpace a group of German Uhlans on horseback in a moonlight encounter. Date: 1914
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Media ID 14148089
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Belgian Cavalry Cycle Despatch Horseback Motorbike Motorbikes Motorcycle Motorcycles Motorcycling Motorcyclist Nighttime Rider Uhlans
A2 Premium Frame with A3 Poster
Introducing the captivating "Belgian motorcycle despatch rider, 1914" print from our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the thrilling frontlines of World War I. Witness the tension and excitement as a brave Belgian despatch rider skillfully manages to outpace a group of German Uhlans on horseback in a moonlit encounter. With its rich historical context and stunning detail, this print is a true masterpiece that adds character and depth to any room in your home or office. Order your Media Storehouse Framed Print today and relive history one frame at a time.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 44.6cm (24.4" x 17.6")
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 image captures the tension and excitement of the early days of World War I, as a brave Belgian motorcycle despatch rider narrowly escapes the pursuing German Uhlan cavalry in a moonlit encounter. Dated 1914, this powerful photograph offers a unique glimpse into the daring exploits of the motorcycle despatch riders who played a crucial role in the communication and logistical support of the Allied forces during the First World War. The German Uhlans, elite heavy cavalry units of the Imperial German Army, were renowned for their speed and agility on horseback. However, the advent of motorcycles gave the Allied forces a new advantage in mobility and quick response, enabling them to outmaneuver their opponents in unexpected ways. In this thrilling scene, the Belgian despatch rider skillfully navigates his motorcycle through the darkened terrain, the headlight cutting through the night as he pushes his machine to its limits. The German Uhlans, silhouetted against the moonlit sky, charge after him, their horses' hooves pounding the ground in pursuit. The rider's determination and focus are palpable, as he pushes himself and his motorcycle to the brink in a desperate bid for freedom. This photograph is a testament to the courage and resourcefulness of the motorcycle despatch riders who served during the First World War. Their vital role in the communication and logistical support of the Allied forces helped to turn the tide of the war, making this an important and fascinating chapter in the history of motorcycling and military history.
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