Jigsaw Puzzle : British soldiers in a trench
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British soldiers in a trench
Three British Tommies eat a basic meal in a trench, using a crate as a makeshift table, on the Western Front. Date: 1932
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Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Step back in time with the Media Storehouse's intricately designed jigsaw puzzle, featuring an historic image of British soldiers in a trench during the Western Front. This captivating puzzle, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts three Tommies taking a break from the battlefield to enjoy a simple meal. With authentic detail and a rich, vintage feel, this jigsaw puzzle offers a challenging yet rewarding experience for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Immerse yourself in a piece of history and create a stunning display piece with the Media Storehouse British soldiers in a trench puzzle.
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 40.3cm x 50.7cm (15.9" x 20")
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 the stark reality of life in the trenches during the First World War. Dated 1932, the image depicts three British Tommies, privates of the British Army, taking a brief respite from the harsh conditions of the Western Front. They sit huddled around a makeshift table, formed by a crate, as they share a meager meal. The soldiers wear their worn and mud-splattered uniforms, their faces etched with the fatigue and hardship of the prolonged conflict. The year 1932 marks several years after the end of the war, yet the devastating impact of the conflict is still palpable. The soldiers' expressions convey a sense of weary resignation, a testament to the physical and emotional toll of the war. The trench, a symbol of the brutal stalemate that characterized the Western Front, is visible in the background, its muddy walls and crisscrossed with barbed wire a reminder of the constant danger and uncertainty that defined their daily existence. The soldiers' meal, consisting of basic rations, likely included bully beef, hardtack, and tea, reflects the spartan nature of their subsistence. This photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life of the British soldiers on the Western Front, a far cry from the romanticized notions of war that often pervade popular culture. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by these brave men and the enduring legacy of the First World War.
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