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A library for troops on Western Front



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A library for troops on Western Front

Photograph: A library for troops on Western Front.Shows a queue of men, some with books and newspapers outside a library. The sign for the library reads, ?The largest circulating library at the front. Open to all who play the game. Return your books.One of 193 British and Allied Official photographs taken on the Western Front during World War One.Mounted on card, some with their original captions.Associated with World War One, Western Front (1914-1918). Date: 1918

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© The National Army Museum / Mary Evans Picture Library

Allied Circulating Largest Newspapers Photograph Queue Reads Return


Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)

Step into history with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring a poignant image of a library on the Western Front during World War I. This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts soldiers patiently queuing outside, some with books and newspapers in hand. Assemble this intricately designed puzzle to bring this moment of respite and culture amidst the chaos of war into your home. A perfect activity for history buffs, puzzle enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a challenging and rewarding pastime.

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 the moment of respite and camaraderie among troops on the Western Front during World War One. The image shows a queue of soldiers, some holding books and newspapers, waiting outside a makeshift library. The sign above the entrance reads, "The largest circulating library at the front. Open to all who play the game. Return your books. One of 193." The library, which was open to British and Allied troops, offered a precious escape from the harsh realities of the battlefield. The soldiers could immerse themselves in the pages of a book or catch up on the latest news from home, providing a much-needed mental and emotional reprieve. The photograph, taken in 1918, is one of 193 official images taken on the Western Front during the war. The image is mounted on card and comes with its original caption, offering a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers during this pivotal moment in history. The library served as a symbol of hope and community, bringing together men from different backgrounds and nationalities in a shared love of literature and knowledge. The queue outside the library speaks to the enduring human spirit and the importance of education and culture, even in the most challenging of circumstances.

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