Poster Print : Beach at Arromanches
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Beach at Arromanches
Bathing tents in the shelter of the digue at Arromanches, Normandie : 40 years from now, this will be an important landing beach during the Allied invasion of Europe.
circa 1905
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Media ID 14292840
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%unrestricted Allied Arromanches Bathing Digue Invasion Landing Normandie Shelter Tents
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Experience the charm of the past with our stunning Beach at Arromanches poster print from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, taken circa 1905, showcases the serene beauty of the Normandy coastline before its historic transformation during the Allied invasion of Europe in 1944. The bathing tents nestled in the shelter of the digue add a quaint touch to this timeless scene. Bring history into your home or office with this beautiful and intriguing piece of art. Order your Beach at Arromanches poster print today and relive the charm of a bygone era.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 19.3cm (11.9" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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
A serene and picturesque scene of the Beach at Arromanches in Normandie, France, circa 1905. The gentle waves lap against the shore, and the golden sand stretches out before the eye, dotted with colorful bathing tents. The sheltering digue, a testament to human ingenuity, protects the beachgoers from the elements, providing a sense of safety and tranquility. But this idyllic scene belies a hidden history. Forty years in the future, this very beach would become a pivotal point in world history. The tranquil waters would roar with the invasion forces of the Allied powers, as they landed on the shores of Normandie to begin the liberation of Europe from the grip of Nazi Germany. The bathing tents and the sheltering digue would serve as makeshift fortifications, providing cover for the soldiers as they waded ashore. The gentle waves would become a deceptive barrier, hiding the deadly currents and underwater obstacles that awaited the invading forces. And yet, even in the midst of the chaos and the carnage, there would be moments of respite. Moments when the soldiers could look out at the calm waters and the familiar sight of bathing tents, and be reminded of the peaceful world they had left behind. This photograph, taken decades before the historic events, offers a glimpse into the past, a reminder of the beauty and serenity that once existed on this stretch of coastline. It also serves as a poignant reminder of the transformative power of history, and the way that even the most idyllic scenes can be forever changed by the passage of time and the events of history.
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