Poster Print : Concealing a British hospital from enemy, WW1
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Concealing a British hospital from enemy, WW1
Spreading mud on a hospital marquee at Salonika in order that it shall not form an easy target from the sky by enemy bombers. Date: 1916
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Media ID 14140342
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Bombers Camouflage Camouflaged Concealing Dardanelles Disguise Enemy Hidden Hiding Marquee Salonika Spreading Tent Tents
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of historic poster prints, featuring an iconic image from the First World War. This evocative print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the spirit of resilience and resourcefulness during wartime. Titled "Concealing a British hospital from enemy, WW1," this powerful image depicts soldiers spreading mud on a hospital marquee at Salonika in 1916. Their determined efforts aim to protect the facility from potential enemy bombings from the sky. This poignant moment in history is expertly preserved in this high-quality poster print, providing a captivating glimpse into the past. Add this unique and inspiring piece to your collection and relive the indomitable spirit of those who faced the challenges of war head-on. The perfect addition to a museum, library, or historical society, this poster print is sure to spark conversation and inspire reflection on the sacrifices made during wartime.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious glossy or matte 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 84.6cm x 49.7cm (33.3" x 19.6")
Estimated Product Size is 84.6cm x 59.6cm (33.3" x 23.5")
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
This evocative image captures the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the British military during World War I as they worked to conceal a hospital camp from enemy bombers in Salonika, Greece, in 1916. In the foreground, soldiers are seen spreading mud on the hospital marquee, covering it in a thick layer to blend in with the surrounding terrain and make it a less obvious target from the air. The use of camouflage was a crucial tactic during the conflict, particularly in the Dardanelles campaign, where the threat of aerial bombardment was ever-present. The hospital camp, with its numerous tents and medical equipment, would have been an inviting target for enemy planes, and the application of mud was a simple yet effective way to hide its presence. The scene is a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of war and the lengths to which soldiers and medical personnel went to protect the wounded and sick from further harm. The image also speaks to the larger historical context of the war, a time of innovation and adaptation in military strategy and technology.
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