Photographic Print : The Easter Rising, 1916: British troops under fire
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The Easter Rising, 1916: British troops under fire
The Battle of Dublin : British soldiers opening fire on the Sinn Feiners, who are sniping from houses 200 yards away. Date: 1916
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Media ID 14147021
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Dublin Easter Fein Rebellion Revolt Rising Rule Sinn Sniper Snipers Sniping
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Experience history come to life with Media Storehouse's exclusive range of Photographic Prints featuring "The Easter Rising, 1916: British troops under fire" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image captures the intensity of the Battle of Dublin, where British soldiers are seen engaging in gunfire with Sinn Feiners hiding in nearby houses. This historic moment, dated 1916, is a poignant reminder of the significant events that shaped Ireland's future. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and relive the past with our high-quality, museum-grade prints.
High-quality poster prints are available in a range of sizes and are printed on 270 gsm semi-glossy silk finish poster paper. An affordable option for decorating any space, they are perfect for fixing straight onto walls. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 37.5cm (9.6" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 25cm x 37.5cm (9.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful photograph captures a pivotal moment during the Easter Rising in Dublin, Ireland, in 1916. The rebellion, which aimed to end British rule and establish an independent Irish republic, had been raging for several days, with Sinn Feiners taking up positions in buildings and streets to engage in guerrilla warfare against the British military. In this scene, British soldiers are seen advancing down a residential street, weapons at the ready, as they come under fire from Sinn Fein snipers hiding in the houses 200 yards away. The soldiers advance cautiously, with some taking cover behind walls and others returning fire. Smoke rises from the buildings, indicating the intensity of the fighting. The Easter Rising was a turning point in Irish history, marking the end of British rule and the beginning of the Irish War of Independence. The rebellion was ultimately put down by the British military, but it galvanized Irish nationalist sentiment and paved the way for the eventual establishment of the Irish Free State in 1922. This photograph provides a stark reminder of the violence and chaos that engulfed Dublin during the Easter Rising. It is a poignant and historic image that captures the bravery and determination of the soldiers and rebels involved in this pivotal moment in Irish history.
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