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The Citadel, Baghdad, Iraq - WWI Xmas card
A rather unusual Christmas Greetings postcard, featuring a World War One era soldier (serving on the Mesopotamian front) in patriotic pose before an inset view of The Citadel, Baghdad, Iraq. Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 18073373
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Baghdad Citadel Inset Iraq Iraqi Khaki Mesopotamia Mesopotamian Patriotic Patriotism Rifle
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Bring a unique touch to your holiday greetings with our Media Storehouse WWI Xmas card featuring a soldier in patriotic pose before the iconic backdrop of The Citadel in Baghdad, Iraq. This evocative image from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you back in time to the Mesopotamian front during World War One, making for an unforgettable Christmas card that is sure to stand out in your recipient's mailbox.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 16cm x 12.5cm (6.3" x 4.9")
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) orientation to match the source image.
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A Unique Christmas Greeting from the Mesopotamian Front: A World War One Soldier's Patriotic Salute before The Citadel, Baghdad, Iraq This intriguing postcard, dated circa 1916, offers a rather unusual Christmas greeting, featuring a World War One soldier in a patriotic pose before the iconic backdrop of The Citadel in Baghdad, Iraq. The soldier, dressed in his khaki uniform and holding a rifle, exudes a sense of determination and pride, embodying the spirit of colonial patriotism that fueled the British forces during their campaign in Mesopotamia. The inset view of The Citadel, a historic fortress and palace complex, adds an exotic and intriguing touch to the postcard. The Citadel, a symbol of Iraqi history and culture, stands proudly amidst the desert landscape, its ancient walls adorned with the flags of the British Empire. The soldier's gaze is fixed on the fortress, a testament to the strategic importance of the location during the Mesopotamian campaign. The combination of the soldier's patriotic pose and the inset view of The Citadel creates a striking visual contrast, highlighting the clash of cultures and the complexities of the colonial enterprise during World War One. This postcard serves as a poignant reminder of the human stories and historical significance behind the conflicts of the past, making it a unique and fascinating addition to any collection.
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