Greetings Card : British soldiers in captured German trench, WW1
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British soldiers in captured German trench, WW1
British soldiers in captured German trench at Ovillers la Boiselle, Somme, France, WW1.
1914-1918
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Media ID 14416823
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Captured Lookout Ovillers Somme Trench Trenches
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our exclusive range of WW1 greeting cards from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image of British soldiers in a captured German trench at Ovillers la Boiselle, Somme, France, transports you to the heart of the First World War. Each card in our Media Storehouse collection is meticulously printed from the original Mary Evans Prints Online archive, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Perfect for history enthusiasts or those with a deep appreciation for the sacrifices made during this pivotal period in history, these cards offer a unique and poignant way to express your sentiments. Order yours today and add a touch of history to your 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite for British soldiers in a captured German trench at Ovillers la Boiselle, during the First World War. The year was 1914-1918, and the Western Front had become a brutal stalemate, with both sides dug in deep and entrenched in their positions. The soldiers in this image, their faces a mix of exhaustion and determination, are taking a brief break from the relentless fighting that had claimed the lives of millions. The trench, a testament to the brutal conditions of trench warfare, is littered with discarded equipment and debris. The German trench, now under British control, reveals the intricately constructed defensive network that had once given the enemy an advantage. The soldiers, huddled together for warmth and protection, are scanning the no-man's land for any signs of movement. The landscape around them is a desolate and barren wasteland, a far cry from the lush and verdant fields that once stretched across the Somme region in France. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides during the Great War, and the brutal reality of trench warfare that defined it.
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