Jigsaw Puzzle : Weatherproof winter field-barracks: snowy Nissen huts, 1917
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Weatherproof winter field-barracks: snowy Nissen huts, 1917
Providing efficient shelter against snow and icy winds: Nissen huts at the British front, 1917. Date: 1917
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Barracks Huts Nissen Snowy Weatherproof
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Discover the captivating history of the past with Media Storehouse's Jigsaw Puzzle featuring "Weatherproof winter field-barracks: snowy Nissen huts, 1917." This intricately detailed puzzle brings to life the image of Nissen huts at the British front during the winter of 1917. The snow-covered barracks stood as efficient shelters against the harsh snow and icy winds of the battlefield. Recreate this historical scene with our high-quality puzzle pieces, designed to provide a challenging yet rewarding puzzle experience for all ages. Immerse yourself in history and create a piece of it 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")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the harsh realities of life on the Western Front during the winter of 1917. The image shows a row of Nissen huts, weathered by the elements and blanketed in snow. Nissen huts were prefabricated corrugated iron structures that provided efficient shelter for soldiers during World War I. Designed by British engineer Major Sir Bertram Lionel Maxwell Nissen, these huts were renowned for their ability to withstand even the most extreme weather conditions. The soldiers huddled inside these huts would have endured sub-zero temperatures and icy winds, making the provision of adequate shelter a top priority for military commanders. The Nissen huts were easily transportable, quick to assemble, and could be used for a variety of purposes, including barracks, hospitals, and mess halls. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of soldiers during the First World War, a time when the elements posed as great a threat as the enemy. The snow-covered landscape and the huts' rusted exteriors serve as a poignant reminder of the hardships and sacrifices made by the men and women who served during this period in history. The Nissen hut, with its distinctive corrugated iron design, became a symbol of the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the British military during World War I. This image offers a powerful testament to the resilience of those who served and the importance of providing adequate shelter in the face of adversity.
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