Metal Print : Awaiting declaration of war 1914
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Awaiting declaration of war 1914
A large crowd gathered outside Buckingham Palace at night on Tuesday 28 July 1914. That afternoon, it became known that Britain had issued an ultimatum to Germany and was demanding a reply before midnight. Patriotic demonstrations occurred all over London, including that seen here outside Buckingham Palace, awaiting news of whether Britain would declare war. King George V, Queen Mary, and the Prince of Wales all appeared on the palace balcony. Date: 28 July 1914
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Buckingham Declaration Demonstrations Patriotic Ultimatum
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Experience history come to life with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the evocative image of 'Awaiting declaration of war 1914' from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful photograph captures the tense atmosphere as a large crowd gathers outside Buckingham Palace at night on 28 July 1914, the evening Britain issued an ultimatum to Germany, bringing the world closer to the outbreak of World War I. Our high-quality metal prints are not just beautiful home decor; they're a conversation starter and a piece of history that can be touched and felt. With vibrant colors and exceptional detail, this print will make a stunning addition to any room, telling a story that resonates with the human spirit and the power of unity in the face of adversity.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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.
Awaiting Declaration of War - The Anxious Nights of Buckingham Palace, 1914
EDITORS COMMENTS
In the somber and tense atmosphere of July 1914, the looming threat of war cast a long shadow over Europe. Amidst this uncertainty, the people of London gathered in earnest outside Buckingham Palace, their hearts pounding with anticipation and anxiety. The date was the 28th of July, and that very afternoon, Britain had issued an ultimatum to Germany, demanding a response before midnight. The crowd, a sea of uplifted hats and waving union jacks, stretched as far as the eye could see. Their faces bore expressions of hope, determination, and fear. They had come to bear witness to history, to be a part of the momentous events that would shape the course of their lives and the world. The air was thick with the scent of anticipation, punctuated by the occasional bursts of patriotic songs and cheers. The clock ticked away, the minutes slipping by like sand through an hourglass. The crowd held its collective breath, their eyes fixed on the palace, waiting for any sign of movement from within. Suddenly, the palace balcony came alive with the appearance of King George V, Queen Mary, and the Prince of Wales. The crowd erupted in a frenzy of cheers and applause, their spirits lifted by the sight of their monarchs. But the moment was bittersweet, for they knew that the news they awaited could not be far off. As the hours passed, the crowd remained, their resolve unwavering. They had come to Buckingham Palace to bear witness to history, and they would not leave until they had seen it unfold. And so, they waited, their eyes fixed on the palace, their hearts pounding with the rhythm of history in the making.
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