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Silesia Plebiscite

In Silesia, with a mixed German and Polish population, residents of Kattowitz/ Katowice await the results of the plebiscite which will divide the region

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1921 Await Divide Mixed Plebiscite Poland Polish Population Region Residents Results Silesia


13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame

Add historical depth to your decor with the Silesia Plebiscite Framed Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the anticipation of residents in Kattowitz/ Katowice as they await the results of the 1922 plebiscite, which would divide the region between Poland and Germany. The rights-managed print is expertly framed to preserve its rich details and vibrant colors, making it a thought-provoking addition to any home or office space. Bring a piece of history into your world with the Silesia Plebiscite 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.


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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, the anticipation of history hangs heavy in the air as residents of Kattowitz, now known as Katowice, gather in the streets of this once ethnically diverse city in Silesia, Poland. The year is 1921, and the fate of the region's mixed German and Polish population is about to be decided through a plebiscite. The plebiscite was a result of the Treaty of Versailles, which ended World War I and redrew the map of Europe. Silesia, a historically German-speaking region with a significant Polish population, was a point of contention between Germany and Poland. The scene in the photograph is one of quiet apprehension. Men, women, and children stand huddled together, their expressions a mix of hope and uncertainty. Some cling to each other for comfort, while others gaze intently at the distant horizon, as if seeking answers from the heavens above. The buildings in the background, their facades worn and weathered by time, serve as a reminder of the rich history that has unfolded in this place. The plebiscite, which would ultimately divide the region along ethnic lines, was a pivotal moment in the history of Silesia and the broader European narrative. The photograph captures a moment of transition, a moment when the future of a community hangs in the balance. It is a poignant reminder of the complexities and challenges that have shaped the region and its people, and the enduring power of human resilience in the face of change. The photograph, taken from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Prints Online, is a testament to the historical significance of the Silesian Plebiscite and the profound impact it had on the lives of the people of Katowice and beyond. It invites us to reflect on the past and consider the lessons it holds for the present and the future.

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