Photographic Print : Beaumont Hamel 1916
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Beaumont Hamel 1916
British troops resting in a support trench, some asleep, shortly before the attack on Beaumont Hamel on the first day of the Somme campaign
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Media ID 4427815
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14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our historic photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring "Beaumont Hamel 1916" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This poignant image captures a moment of respite as British troops gather in a support trench, some resting and even sleeping, before the fateful attack on Beaumont Hamel during the first day of the Somme campaign. Add this evocative print to your home or office to honor the sacrifices of the past and serve as a reminder of the rich history that shaped our world. Order now and transport yourself back in time with this stunning, high-quality print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.7cm x 35.5cm (10.1" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite for British troops in the support trenches at Beaumont Hamel, just days before the fateful attack on July 1, 1916 during the Somme campaign of World War I. The image, dated 1916, shows a group of weary soldiers huddled together in the cramped and muddy trench, some dozing off while others chat and smoke. The grim realities of trench warfare are evident in the soldiers' bedraggled uniforms, the piles of discarded equipment, and the ever-present danger of enemy fire. The First Day of the Somme, also known as the Battle of Beaumont Hamel, was one of the largest and bloodiest battles of the war, with over one million casualties on both sides. The British forces launched a massive assault on the German positions, hoping to make a decisive breakthrough and bring an end to the stalemate on the Western Front. However, the attack was met with heavy resistance, and the British suffered devastating losses. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the moments of quiet reflection that soldiers found amidst the chaos and carnage. It is a powerful reminder of the bravery and resilience of the men who fought in the trenches of the Somme, and the sacrifices they made for their country.
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