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Knights of Columbus
Knights of Columbus. Poster showing a priest looking heavenward and raising a crucifix, blessing kneeling soldiers. Date 1917
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"Bring history to life with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs, featuring high-quality images from Mary Evans Prints Online. This design showcases a powerful and iconic image of the Knights of Columbus from 1917. With a priest blessing kneeling soldiers and raising a crucifix towards the heavens, this mug is a perfect blend of history, faith, and inspiration. Each mug is expertly printed with vibrant colors and sharp details, ensuring your favorite image is displayed beautifully. Make your morning coffee or tea ritual more meaningful with this unique and personalized mug. Order yours today and start your day with a dose of history and inspiration."
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 9.6cm high x 8.1cm diameter (3.8" x 3.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative poster, dated 1917, depicts a priest in full vestments, his eyes raised heavenward in prayer, as he blesses a group of kneeling soldiers. The soldiers, dressed in their military uniforms, each hold a helmet in one hand and a crucifix in the other, their heads bowed in reverence. The image, titled "Knights of Columbus," is a poignant reminder of the deep spiritual connection between the military and the Catholic Church during times of war. The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic fraternal organization founded in the United States in 1882. The organization, which takes its name from Christopher Columbus, has a long history of providing charitable and social services to its members and their communities. During World War I, the Knights of Columbus played an active role in supporting the military, both spiritually and materially. They organized prayer campaigns, sent care packages to soldiers, and provided financial assistance to families of servicemen. This poster, which was likely used to promote the Knights of Columbus and their war efforts, is a powerful symbol of the organization's commitment to faith and service. The image of the priest blessing the soldiers underscores the spiritual support that the Knights of Columbus provided to the military during this time. The crucifix held by each soldier serves as a reminder of the ultimate sacrifice that many would make in the coming months and years of war. The use of bold, contrasting colors and dynamic composition adds to the poster's impact, making it a striking and memorable image. The date of 1917, located at the bottom of the poster, serves as a reminder of the historical significance of this moment in time, and the important role that the Knights of Columbus played in supporting the military and upholding the spiritual values of their community during a time of war.
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