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With the British heavy guns on the Western Front, Matania
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With the British heavy guns on the Western Front, Matania
A British heavy howitzer in action on the Western Front against an opposing German position. The shot has just been fired and Matanias drawing (done from official material supplied) shows the men standing clear of the heavy steel truck on which the gun is mounted. Date: 1916
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Action Artillery Battery Fired Firing Fortunino Gunners Guns Heavy Howitzer Matania Mounted Shot Truck
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With the Thunder of Battle: A Moment of Silence Before the Storm in the Western Front, 1916 In this powerful and evocative image by renowned war artist Fortunino Matania, we witness a pivotal moment during the heavy artillery duels that characterized the Western Front during World War I. The year is 1916, and the scene unfolds as British soldiers, their faces etched with determination and focus, prepare for the next round of fire against the opposing German position. The central focus of the painting is a British heavy howitzer, its massive steel barrel angled and poised to unleash destruction. The gun has just been fired, and the men have stepped back, clearing the area around the heavy steel truck on which the gun is mounted. The air is thick with anticipation, as the soldiers wait for the impact of their shot to be felt. The scene is one of raw power and intensity, as the men stand steadfast against the backdrop of the desolate battlefield. The contrast between the serene, almost pastoral landscape and the chaotic, violent scene unfolding before us underscores the brutal reality of war. Matania's masterful use of light and shadow, combined with his meticulous attention to detail, brings the image to life, transporting us back to the trenches of the Western Front. This poignant and evocative image serves as a testament to the courage, determination, and resilience of the soldiers who fought in the Great War, and stands as an enduring reminder of the sacrifices made during this pivotal moment in history.
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