Framed Print : British troops resting and cleaning weapons, WW1
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British troops resting and cleaning weapons, WW1
British troops resting and cleaning their weapons on their way back from the line on the Western Front during World War One. Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 14127206
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
Clean Cleaning Guns Rest Resting Returning Rifles Weapons
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "British Troops Resting and Cleaning Weapons, WW1" - a poignant and historically significant image from the archives of Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite for British soldiers on the Western Front during World War One, as they tend to their weapons against the backdrop of a muddy and war-torn landscape. Each print is expertly framed to preserve and enhance the image, making it a striking addition to any home or office. Relive history with this authentic and beautifully presented piece.
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
Amidst the chaos and turmoil of the Western Front during World War One, moments of respite were few and far between for British troops. In this poignant photograph taken circa 1916, weary soldiers are seen taking a brief moment to rest and clean their weapons. The men, dressed in their heavy uniforms and armed with rifles, sit on the ground, their faces etched with the fatigue of long hours spent in the trenches. The scene is one of quiet determination, as each man meticulously checks and cleans his weapon, ensuring it is ready for the next engagement. The serene landscape in the background, with its rolling hills and trees, starkly contrasts the harsh reality of life on the front lines. This image offers a glimpse into the daily routine of the British soldiers during the Great War, a time when rest and relaxation were precious commodities. As we reflect on the sacrifices made by these brave men, we are reminded of the enduring spirit and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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