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Photographic Print : Scenes during the evacuation of Dunkirk, WW2
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Scenes during the evacuation of Dunkirk, WW2
Scenes during the evacuation of Dunkirk, in northern France, showing the beach with debris, the embarkation of British troops onto various rescue ships and boats, and black smoke from enemy bombardment. Date: 1940
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10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our exclusive range of Photographic Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this evocative image of the Dunkirk Evacuation during World War II. Witness the powerful scene of the northern French beach, littered with debris, as British troops make their way to safety aboard various rescue ships and boats. This captivating print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online through Rights Managed, is a poignant reminder of history and the indomitable human spirit. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and let the story of Dunkirk unfold before your eyes.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.6cm (10" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 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.
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This evocative photograph captures the chaos and desperation of the Dunkirk Evacuation during World War II. The scene unfolds on the northern French coast, where the once serene beach is now a chaotic tableau of debris and destruction. In the foreground, British troops wade through the shallow waters, their faces etched with a mixture of relief and anxiety, as they make their way towards the safety of the waiting rescue ships and boats. The black smoke rising in the background is a grim reminder of the relentless enemy bombardment that threatened to cut off the evacuation efforts. The Channel waters, once a tranquil expanse of blue, are now a frenzy of activity as small boats and larger vessels work together to ferry the exhausted and injured soldiers to the safety of England. The sense of urgency is palpable, as the men cling to the sides of the boats, their eyes fixed on the horizon, praying for a swift and safe passage. The Dunkirk Evacuation, also known as the Miracle of Dunkirk, was a pivotal moment in the history of World War II. Between May 26 and June 4, 1940, over 338,000 Allied soldiers were evacuated from the beaches of Dunkirk, France, to the safety of England. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the bravery and resilience of those soldiers, and the heroism of the civilian population who risked their own lives to save them.
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