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WW1 - Austrian, German and Turkish Prisoners put to work
WW1 - Austrian, German and Turkish Prisoners put to work on Italian streets. Postcard issued by the Y.M.C.A. Hut Fund Date: circa 1917
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Media ID 11579729
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Austrian Captured Gang Hard Labour Powers Pows Prisoner Prisoners
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Step back in time with the Media Storehouse collection of historical jigsaw puzzles. This captivating puzzle features "WW1 - Austrian, German and Turkish Prisoners put to work" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Originally a postcard issued by the Y.M.C.A. Hut Fund during circa 1917, this puzzle offers a unique insight into the events of World War I. Assemble the intricately designed pieces to reveal the image of Austrian, German, and Turkish prisoners working on Italian streets. An engaging and educational activity for all ages, this puzzle is not just a pastime but a journey through history.
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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 76cm x 48.6cm (29.9" x 19.1")
Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant postcard image, dated circa 1917, depicts a scene of Austrian, German, and Turkish prisoners of war put to work on Italian streets during World War I. The Central Powers' soldiers, having been captured by the Italian forces, are seen laboring together in a hardworking gang. The photograph, issued by the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) Hut Fund, provides a stark reminder of the human cost of the Great War. Prisoners of war were often used as laborers to help support the war effort of the capturing country. In this case, the Italian authorities put the Austrian, German, and Turkish prisoners to work on the streets, performing various tasks to maintain infrastructure and keep the city running smoothly. The sight of enemy soldiers toiling side by side with their former adversaries would have been a common one during the conflict. The image evokes a sense of hardship and determination, as the prisoners, some wearing tattered uniforms and others with bandaged wounds, focus intently on their tasks. The scene is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the human spirit, even in the most challenging of circumstances. This postcard, a historical relic from a bygone era, offers a unique perspective on the experiences of prisoners of war during World War I and the unexpected ways in which the war brought people from different backgrounds and nationalities together.
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