Jigsaw Puzzle : American troop transport near Moulins, France, WW1
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American troop transport near Moulins, France, WW1
American troop transport on a road west of Moulins, northern France, during the First World War. The men of the 7th Infantry are being transported away from the western front for a well-earned rest. Date: 30 July 1918
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Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Discover the rich history of World War I with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle, featuring the image "American Troop Transport near Moulins, France," brings you closer to the past. Depicting a road west of Moulins, northern France, the puzzle showcases a well-deserved rest for the weary men of the 7th Infantry, being transported away from the western front. Experience the journey through time as you piece together this evocative puzzle, brought to you by the high-quality collection at Media Storehouse, in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.7cm x 40.3cm (20" x 15.9")
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 during the tumultuous events of the First World War. Taken on 30 July 1918, the image depicts a convoy of American troops from the 7th Infantry Regiment making their way westward from the northern French town of Moulins. The men, weary from their time on the front lines, are being transported to rest and recuperate before being redeployed. The open-topped trucks, or lorries, are filled to capacity with soldiers, their faces a mixture of exhaustion and relief as they leave the western front behind. The road leading out of Moulins stretches out before them, a promise of a brief reprieve from the horrors of war. The scene is a stark contrast to the chaos and destruction that had characterized much of the war in Europe up to this point. The First World War had been raging since 1914, and the American Expeditionary Forces had only arrived in significant numbers in 1917. The arrival of these fresh troops had given the Allies a much-needed boost, and the 7th Infantry had played a crucial role in the Battle of St. Mihiel in September 1918. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of rest and recuperation for soldiers. It also underscores the logistical challenges of moving large numbers of troops across great distances, a feat that required an immense amount of planning, organization, and resources. This photograph, taken near Moulins, northern France, is a testament to the indomitable spirit of the soldiers who served during the Great War and the vital role that transportation played in ensuring their well-being and the eventual Allied victory.
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