Framed Print : British Army in Mesopotamia, protection from insects, WW1
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British Army in Mesopotamia, protection from insects, WW1
A British officer serving in Mesopotamia finds a solution to the fly problem while writing a letter. Date: 1916
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Media ID 14140921
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Correspondence Correspondent Flies Iraq Letter Letters Mesopotamia Mosquito Nets Protection
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Introducing the captivating "British Army in Mesopotamia, protection from insects, WW1" Framed Print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to the Middle Eastern theatre of World War I. In this poignant moment, a British officer, weary from the heat and the relentless flies, finds a moment of respite as he pens a letter home. The flies, a persistent annoyance in the region, are momentarily held at bay by a makeshift solution. The date, 1916, serves as a stark reminder of the harsh realities of war. This framed print, with its rich, authentic detail and captivating historical context, makes for an intriguing addition to any home or office. The perfect conversation starter, it's a unique way to explore the human side of history. Bring a piece of the past into your present with the "British Army in Mesopotamia, protection from insects, WW1" Framed Print from Media Storehouse.
Framed and mounted 9x7 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 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). 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 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 34cm x 29.2cm (13.4" x 11.5")
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
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a British officer, seated at a makeshift desk in the Middle Eastern campaign during World War I, pens a letter home with unyielding determination. The year is 1916, and the officer, clad in full military regalia, is stationed in the sweltering heat of Mesopotamia, now modern-day Iraq. The harsh, arid landscape is dotted with palm trees, and the officer's tent, pitched nearby, is a testament to the soldiers' tenacity in the face of adversity. However, the officer's focus is not solely on the task at hand. A mosquito net, draped over his desk, serves as a reminder of the relentless insects that plague the region. The flies, mosquitoes, and other insects pose a significant threat not only to the soldiers' comfort but also to their health, spreading diseases such as malaria and dysentery. The officer's ingenious solution to the insect problem is evident in the photograph. He has fashioned a makeshift fly swatter from a piece of cardboard and a length of string, a testament to the resourcefulness and ingenuity of the soldiers in the field. The netting, which covers not only his desk but also his head and shoulders, is a vital layer of protection against the insects. The officer's correspondence is a lifeline to the world he has left behind, a connection to the familiarity and comfort of home. The letters he writes and receives are a reminder of the human spirit's resilience and the importance of communication, even in the most challenging of circumstances. This poignant image encapsulates the hardships and triumphs of the British soldiers in Mesopotamia during World War I, a time when the simple act of writing a letter could offer both solace and survival.
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