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British troops halted by the wayside with their Bren carrier
British troops halted by the wayside with their Bren carrier, while the ceaseless stream of Belgian refugees file past, fleeing the German invaders on the Western Front during World War II Date: 12th May 1940
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Media ID 20953543
© Mary Evans/Robert Hunt Collection/Imperial War Museum
Belgian Bren Carrier Carriers Refugee Refugees Troop
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's captivating jigsaw puzzles, featuring this evocative image from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive. Witness the poignant moment of British troops halting by the wayside, their Bren carrier parked to the side, as a ceaseless stream of Belgian refugees flee the German invaders on the Western Front during World War II. This intricately detailed puzzle, with its rich historical context, offers a captivating challenge for puzzle enthusiasts of all ages. Immerse yourself in the past and create a piece of history with every completed puzzle piece.
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
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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.
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This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment during the early days of the Western Front's Battle of Belgium in May 1940. British troops, weary from the relentless advance of the German forces, pause by the side of the road in a rural area. Their Bren carrier, a versatile armored personnel carrier, sits idle behind them. The soldiers' expressions convey a mixture of exhaustion and determination as they watch the ceaseless stream of Belgian refugees file past. The refugees, many carrying their meager possessions and children in their arms, flee from the approaching German invaders. Their faces are etched with fear and desperation as they seek safety and sanctuary. The contrast between the determined British soldiers and the terrified refugees underscores the brutal reality of war and the human cost it exacts. The date of this photograph is May 12, 1940, a pivotal time in World War II's European campaign. The Allied forces were struggling to hold back the German onslaught, and the situation in Belgium was particularly dire. The refugees' plight was a stark reminder of the human suffering that accompanied the military conflict. This photograph is a poignant testament to the resilience and bravery of the soldiers and civilians caught up in the chaos of war. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during this dark chapter in history and the importance of remembering the past to inform the present.
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