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Belgian Refugees, 1914
Belgian refugees flee from their desolate homes after the advance of the German army. Date: 1914
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Media ID 14294446
© Mary Evans Picture Library/DOUGLAS MCCARTHY
Advance Belgian Desolate Flee Homes Refugee Refugees
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Experience history through our poignant selection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. This moving image, "Belgian Refugees, 1914," taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the desperation and resilience of Belgian civilians fleeing from their homes during the early days of World War I. Each card in our collection is a piece of history, bringing a unique story to your loved ones. Share a moment of reflection and empathy with this evocative, rights-managed photograph. Perfect for those seeking a thoughtful and historical touch to their correspondence.
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.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant photograph captures the desperation and displacement experienced by Belgian civilians during the early days of World War I. In 1914, as the German army advanced towards neutral Belgium, its people were left with little choice but to flee their homes in search of safety. The image shows a group of refugees, their faces etched with worry and exhaustion, trudging along a dusty road with their meager belongings in tow. The desolate landscape behind them, with its barren trees and empty fields, underscores the devastation wrought by the conflict. The First World War marked a turning point in the history of warfare, with the use of new technologies and tactics leading to unprecedented destruction and human suffering. The invasion of Belgium, a neutral country, was a particularly egregious violation of international law and fueled anti-German sentiment around the world. The Belgian refugees, numbering in the hundreds of thousands, were welcomed with open arms by neighboring countries, including France and the Netherlands. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the resilience of those who are forced to flee their homes in search of safety and security. It is a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit and the importance of standing up for peace and justice in the face of adversity.
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