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Jigsaw Puzzle : Fortnum & Masons Christmas Box for soldiers, WW1
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Fortnum & Masons Christmas Box for soldiers, WW1
Advertisement for quintessential London department store, Fortnum & Mason, in particular their Thirty Shilling Xmas Box of selected provisions which could be sent to the front for lucky soldiers (though probably officers!). Latest date for dispatch to France was 14 December 1917 and a war catalogue was available upon application. The box contained a fine selection of food including real turtle soup, roast goose, brandy sauce and cherries in brandy. Date: 1917
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Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Introducing the Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzle collection, featuring the evocative image "Fortnum & Masons Christmas Box for soldiers, WW1." This intriguing puzzle takes you back in time to the quintessential London department store, Fortnum & Mason. The puzzle showcases their Thirty Shilling Xmas Box, a cherished package of selected provisions that brought a touch of home to fortunate soldiers at the front during World War I. Piece together this captivating image and relive a piece of history, one puzzle piece at a time. Perfect for history enthusiasts, puzzle lovers, or as a unique gift.
1000 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 76x50cm 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 50.2cm x 76cm (19.8" x 29.9")
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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A Treasured Gift from Home: Fortnum & Mason's Thirty Shilling Xmas Box for the Soldiers of World War I This evocative photograph captures the essence of Christmas spirit during the dark days of World War I, as Fortnum & Mason, the quintessential London department store, prepared to send their Thirty Shilling Xmas Box to the front lines. The latest date for dispatch to France was set for 14 December 1917, and those interested could request a war catalogue to peruse the luxurious contents of this special hamper. The Thirty Shilling Xmas Box was a veritable feast for the soldiers, a treat to remind them of the comforts of home. Inside, they would find a fine selection of food, including real turtle soup, roast goose, brandy sauce, and cherries in brandy. Such luxuries were a rare indulgence for the troops, and the receipt of such a box would have been a cherished moment for many. Fortnum & Mason had long been a British institution, synonymous with the finest foods and luxurious goods. During the war, the store continued to uphold its reputation for excellence, providing a small but significant reminder of the comforts of home for those braving the harsh conditions of the battlefield. This photograph stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of generosity and hope during even the most challenging of times.
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