Jigsaw Puzzle : RFC crewman relaxing, Northern France, WW1
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RFC crewman relaxing, Northern France, WW1
Royal Flying Corps crewman relaxing on a pile of sacks outside a corrugated iron hut, somewhere in Northern France during the First World War. Date: 1918
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Media ID 14415173
© The Patricia Aubrey Collection / Mary Evans
Auerbach Corps Crew Crewman Crewmen Harold Huts Squadron
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring an authentic image of a Royal Flying Corps crewman taking a moment of rest during the turbulent times of World War 1. This intricately detailed puzzle, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a poignant scene of a weary soldier relaxing outside a corrugated iron hut in Northern France, surrounded by sacks and the remnants of war. Engage your mind, challenge your problem-solving skills, and immerse yourself in history with this evocative puzzle. A perfect addition to any home or office for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the chaos and turmoil of the First World War, moments of respite and relaxation were cherished by the weary soldiers and crewmen of the Royal Flying Corps (RFC). In this poignant image, captured in 1918 in Northern France, a RFC crewman takes a break from his duties, sitting on a pile of sacks outside a corrugated iron hut. The simple pleasures of a makeshift seat and the warmth of the sun on his face provide a brief reprieve from the harsh realities of the battlefield. The RFC, the air arm of the British Army during WWI, played a crucial role in the war effort. Their crews, consisting of pilots, observers, and ground personnel, endured long hours and dangerous conditions to provide vital intelligence, reconnaissance, and support to ground troops. This crewman, dressed in his uniform and holding a pipe, appears to be enjoying a well-deserved break from his duties. The image transports us back to the 1910s, a time of great upheaval and change. The First World War marked a turning point in the history of warfare, with the introduction of new technologies and tactics. The RFC, with its fleet of biplanes and innovative strategies, was at the forefront of this evolution. Despite the challenges and hardships of the war, moments of human connection and relaxation, like this one, remind us of the humanity that existed amidst the chaos. This poignant image serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women of the RFC and the importance of taking time to appreciate the simple pleasures in life, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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