Poster Print : How the lorry is revolutionising transport in the Great War
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How the lorry is revolutionising transport in the Great War
Motor transport in the Great War : how the petrol-driven lorry is revolutionising transport. A British motor transport train, drawn up in the shade, hears the whirr of an approaching aeroplane. A contrast to the officer on horseback. A great number of motor vehicles are now being used by all combatants, the Sphere reports.
1914
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Media ID 14144990
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Driven Horseback Lorries Lorry Petrol Vehicles
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "How the Lorry is Revolutionising Transport in the Great War" poster print from our Media Storehouse collection. This historic illustration, brought to you by Illustrated London News Ltd and Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to witness the groundbreaking impact of motor transport during the First World War. In this evocative scene, a British motor transport train is depicted in repose, shrouded in the shade. The tranquility is interrupted by the distant sound of an approaching aircraft, symbolising the convergence of two revolutionary technologies that would forever change the face of warfare. Breathtakingly detailed and brimming with historical significance, this poster print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, military collectors, and anyone with an appreciation for the evolution of transportation. Bring a piece of history into your home or office and relive the transformative era of the Great War.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 84.6cm x 36.2cm (33.3" x 14.3")
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, published in The Sphere in 1914, captures the profound impact of motor transport on warfare during the Great War. In the foreground, a British motor transport train, comprised of several petrol-driven lorries, sits quietly in the shade. The scene is a stark contrast to the officer on horseback, who looks on with curiosity as the whirr of an approaching aeroplane fills the air. The advent of motor transport had revolutionised the way armies moved supplies, ammunition, and personnel to the front lines. No longer were they reliant on horses and wagons, which were slow, laborious, and susceptible to fatigue. Motor vehicles offered speed, efficiency, and flexibility, enabling armies to respond more effectively to the ever-changing battlefield conditions. By 1914, motor vehicles were being adopted by all major combatants in the war. The image of a British motor transport train underscores the scale of this shift, with several lorries arranged in a neat line, ready to be loaded and dispatched. The use of motor transport not only transformed logistics but also had a significant impact on military strategy, enabling the rapid deployment of troops and resources to key areas. As the war progressed, motor transport continued to evolve, with the development of larger, more powerful vehicles and improved roads and infrastructure to support their use. This image serves as a testament to the ingenuity and adaptability of the military during the Great War, as they embraced the petrol-driven lorry and the many advantages it brought to the battlefield.
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