Poster Print : Belgian troops with dogs
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Belgian troops with dogs
Belgian dogs once harnessed to dairy cars, being used to pull the machine-guns into position on the battlefield. Date: December 1914
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Media ID 14169890
© Mary Evans Picture Library
Artillery Battlefield Belgian Carts Guns Pull Pulling
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning Belgian troops with dogs poster print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of the early days of World War I. The scene shows brave Belgian soldiers with their loyal canine companions, harnessed to dairy cars and readying machine guns for battle. A powerful reminder of the crucial role animals played in warfare, this poster print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and military memorabilia collectors. Add character and depth to your home or office with this unique and captivating piece of historical art.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 19.4cm (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
December 1914: Belgian Troops and Their Canine Comrades on the Battlefield Amidst the chaos and destruction of the First World War, an unusual alliance took form on the battlefields of Belgium. In this evocative photograph from the Mary Evans Collection, Belgian soldiers are seen leading their canine companions, not in the pursuit of prey or play, but in the service of war. The dogs, once harnessed to dairy cars, were now put to use in a new role, pulling machine-guns into position. The image captures the raw determination and grit of both man and beast as they trudge along a muddy road, their faces set with focus and resolve. The soldiers, bundled up against the cold and damp, cling tightly to the handles of the guns, while the dogs strain at their harnesses, their eyes fixed on the task at hand. The scene is one of quiet intensity, a testament to the adaptability and resourcefulness of those caught up in the horrors of war. The use of animals in warfare was not new, but the employment of dogs as transport for heavy artillery was a novel innovation. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the wartime events of 1914, revealing the unexpected ways in which animals played a crucial role in the conflict. With the clang of guns and the roar of engines fading into the distance, the bond between soldier and dog remains a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to find strength and solace in the most unlikely of places.
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