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Sailor says good bye to wife and baby, WW1
A sailor bidding farewell to his wife and child at Waterloo Station at the outbreak of the First World War. Date: 1914
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Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Experience history in a whole new way with our captivating jigsaw puzzles from Media Storehouse. This beautiful puzzle features the poignant image "Sailor says goodbye to wife and baby, WW1" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. The photograph, taken in 1914, captures the emotional moment as a sailor bids farewell to his loved ones at Waterloo Station, as the First World War began. With intricate details and vibrant colors, this puzzle offers a unique and engaging way to connect with history. Piece together this moving piece of history and create a stunning display in your home.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant photograph captures the emotional moment of a British sailor bidding farewell to his wife and baby as he prepares to leave for the front lines of the First World War. The image, taken at Waterloo Station in London in 1914, encapsulates the sense of uncertainty and anxiety that gripped families as husbands and fathers answered the call to duty. With the outbreak of war in Europe, the Royal Navy mobilized thousands of sailors, leaving their loved ones behind to face an uncertain future. The sailor's somber expression and the tearful gaze of his wife and child speak volumes about the sacrifices being made in the name of duty and country. The historical significance of this photograph lies in its ability to convey the human cost of war, a cost that was felt deeply by families and communities across Britain and beyond. As the sailor turns to board the train, he leaves behind his loved ones, but takes with him the strength and support of their love and the knowledge that they are waiting for his safe return. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the enduring bond between family and the military, and the sacrifices made by ordinary people during extraordinary times.
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