Mouse Mat : Macedonia - Band in the Encampment
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Macedonia - Band in the Encampment
The Macedonian Campaign of 1917 - The Band in the Encampment. The Macedonian Front (or Salonika front) of World War I was formed as a result of an attempt by the Allied Powers to aid Serbia, in the autumn of 1915, against the combined attack of Germany, Austria-Hungary and Bulgaria. This card appears to show a group of Bulgarian troops. Date: 1917
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Media ID 11552936
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Balkan Balkans Band Campaign Encampment Macedonian Salonika
Mouse Pad
Bring some life into your office, or create a heartfelt gift, with a personalised deluxe Mouse Mat. Made of high-density black foam with a tough, stain-resistant inter-woven cloth cover they will brighten up any home or corporate office.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.2cm x 16.2cm (9.5" x 6.4")
Estimated Product Size is 24.2cm x 19.7cm (9.5" x 7.8")
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 evocative photograph captures the moment of respite and camaraderie amidst the harsh realities of the Macedonian Campaign of 1917. The Macedonian Front, also known as the Salonika Front, was established by the Allied Powers in response to Serbia's plea for aid against the combined assault of Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Bulgaria in the autumn of 1915. This image portrays a group of Bulgarian troops, their uniforms adorned with the distinctive red star insignia, gathered around their band in an encampment. The Macedonian Campaign was a significant part of the First World War, particularly in the Balkan region of Europe. The harsh terrain and extreme weather conditions presented unique challenges for the soldiers, making the provision of morale-boosting activities, such as music, all the more essential. The sight of the band in the encampment offers a poignant reminder of the human element of war, as these men momentarily set aside the harsh realities of their situation to enjoy the soothing strains of music. The date of this photograph is 1917, a year marked by intense fighting and strategic maneuvers on the Macedonian Front. The image offers a glimpse into the daily life of the soldiers, providing a historical record of their experiences and the role they played in the larger conflict. This photograph is an important reminder of the human stories that lie behind the larger narrative of the Macedonian Campaign and the First World War as a whole.
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