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German private soldier accepts his situation as a prisoner with calmness and equanimity
German private soldier accepts his situation as a prisoner with calmness and equanimity, but that the officer does not seem able to realise the sitution and seem incapable of adjusting to the environment. Date: August 1914
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Media ID 20953641
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10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Experience the poignant moment of history with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image depicts a German private soldier, demonstrating an extraordinary calmness and equanimity as he is taken prisoner. The contrast between his acceptance of his fate and the officer's apparent inability to comprehend the situation is both intriguing and thought-provoking. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring history to life, with vibrant colors and stunning detail that will make this powerful moment a cherished addition to your home or office decor. Order yours today and relive history in a whole new way.
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")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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August 1914: A Moment of Reality at a French Railway Station Amidst the chaos and uncertainty of the early days of the First World War, this poignant photograph captures a moment of quiet acceptance at a French railway station. A German private soldier, hands bound behind his back, gazes out of the window of a carriage filled with newly captured prisoners. His expression is one of calmness and equanimity, as if he has come to terms with his new reality as a prisoner of war. In stark contrast, the officer standing outside the carriage, with a map in hand and a determined look on his face, seems unable to grasp the situation. The orderly scene of the station, with French soldiers directing the flow of prisoners onto the trains, belies the immense upheaval and violence that had engulfed Europe just days before. The First World War, which began on August 1, 1914, marked a turning point in human history. The events of those first few weeks, including the rapid advance and retreat of troops, the chaos of the battlefields, and the mass movement of prisoners, were a harbinger of the long and brutal conflict that was to follow. This photograph, taken in August 1914, offers a glimpse into the human experience of those early days of the war. It reminds us of the courage and resilience of the soldiers, both German and French, who found themselves caught up in the maelstrom of events, and of the stark contrasts between the realities of war and the expectations of those in command.
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