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Greetings Card : Bombardment of Verdun with Incendiary Shells, France, 25-26 March 1916, (1926). Artist: Francois Flameng
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Bombardment of Verdun with Incendiary Shells, France, 25-26 March 1916, (1926). Artist: Francois Flameng
Bombardment of Verdun with Incendiary Shells, France, 25-26 March 1916, (1926). The Battle of Verdun was the longest and one of the bloodiest of the First World War. The Germans began their offensive on 21 February 1916. The strategic objective of their commander, Erich von Falkenhayn was to bleed the French Army white by committing them to a battle of attrition in a sector of the front they would be compelled to defend at all costs. Falkenhayns grim logic was that with a population twice that of France, Germany could afford to lose two men to every one Frenchman, thus forcing them out of the war. After early successes with the French caught by surprise and with inadequate numbers of troops and artillery, the German advance was gradually halted by desperate counter-attacks. By 11 December the Germans had retreated to their original positions. Casualties were appalling; 434, 000 Germans and 550, 000 on the French side
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Experience the raw power and intensity of the Battle of Verdun with our captivating greeting card from Media Storehouse. This evocative design by Francois Flameng, titled 'Bombardment of Verdun with Incendiary Shells, France, 1916,' transports you back to the historic front lines of the First World War. Witness the explosive scene of incendiary shells raining down upon the battlefield, as the battle between French and German forces raged on for ten grueling months. Perfect for history enthusiasts or those with a deep appreciation for the past, this unique greeting card is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during this significant period in history. Add a personal message to express your thoughts, condolences, or well-wishes, and share a piece of history with your loved ones.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
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Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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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This powerful print by Francois Flameng captures the devastating Bombardment of Verdun with Incendiary Shells during the First World War. The Battle of Verdun, which took place from 25-26 March 1916, was one of the longest and bloodiest battles in history. In this artwork, Flameng depicts the intense destruction caused by the German offensive on Verdun. The artist skillfully portrays the chaos and horror of war as incendiary shells rain down upon the city, engulfing it in flames. The smoke-filled sky serves as a haunting backdrop to this scene of devastation. The strategic objective behind this brutal assault was to force France into a battle of attrition that would drain their resources and manpower. Erich von Falkenhayn, commander of the German forces, believed that Germany's larger population could sustain greater losses than France. However, despite initial successes for the Germans, determined French counter-attacks gradually halted their advance. By December 1916, after months of fierce fighting and unimaginable casualties on both sides, the Germans were forced to retreat to their original positions. This battle left an indelible mark on history due to its immense human cost - over half a million lives lost. Flameng's artwork serves as a poignant reminder of the horrors endured during this tragic chapter in history and pays tribute to those who sacrificed everything at Verdun.
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