Photographic Print : President Woodrow Wilson draft selection, USA
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President Woodrow Wilson draft selection, USA
President Woodrow Wilson being blindfolded before he makes the first serial number selection for American men to be drafted into service in World War One. Date: September 1917
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Media ID 14135544
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
Blindfold Blindfolded Container Draft Dramatic Draw Luck Random Selection Serial Suspense Wilson Woodrow Drafted
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "President Woodrow Wilson Draft Selection" photograph from the Media Storehouse range of Historical Prints. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back to September 1917, as President Woodrow Wilson performs the solemn duty of making the first draft selection for American men to be called to service during World War One. With a powerful sense of history and intrigue, this black-and-white print is an essential addition to any collection, telling a compelling story of a pivotal moment in history. Experience the past like never before with Media Storehouse's exquisite range of Historical Prints.
Ideal for framing, Australian made Photo Prints are produced on high-quality 270 gsm lustre photo paper which has a subtle shimmer adding a touch of elegance, designed to enhance their visual appeal.
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 Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this poignant and historic moment captured in September 1917, President Woodrow Wilson stands before a glass container filled with numbered slips, each representing an American man eligible for the military draft during World War One. With a solemn expression and a blindfold covering his eyes, Wilson reaches out to make the first selection, marking the beginning of a random and suspenseful process that would determine the fate of countless young lives. The theatrical and dramatic nature of the scene underscores the gravity of the situation, as the suspense builds in the room and outside, millions of families held their breath, waiting to see if their loved one would be called to serve in the army or navy. The use of a blindfold ensured that the selection was fair and unbiased, adding an element of luck to the drafting process. This powerful image is a testament to the sacrifices made by the American people during the Great War and serves as a reminder of the historical significance of this pivotal moment in our nation's history.
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