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Poster Print : Rifleman J Furnell with Rifleman Swift, 2nd Irish London Rif
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Rifleman J Furnell with Rifleman Swift, 2nd Irish London Rif
Lantern slide of Rifleman J Furnell with Rifleman Swift, 2nd Irish London Rifles, manning a machine gun built from the parts of five captured enemy guns, Oct 1943; Furnell was the smallest and youngest man in the Regiment and as such the Battalion mascot. From a collection of British official war photographs relating to the 78th Division that were given to the 78th Division Battleaxe Club, who then developed slides of them. Associated with World War Two, Italy (1943-1945). Date: 1943
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1943 Battalion Captured Enemy Guns Manning Mascot Parts Regiment Rifleman Rifles Smallest Swift Youngest
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse Poster Prints range. This historic image, "Rifleman J Furnell with Rifleman Swift, 2nd Irish London Rifles," taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the determination and courage of two riflemen manning a makeshift machine gun. Crafted from the parts of five captured enemy guns, their innovative creation is a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of our military past. Bring this evocative piece of history into your home or office and add a touch of timeless charm to your space.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.6cm x 42.6cm (12" x 16.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This lantern slide depicts Rifleman J Furnell and Rifleman Swift of the 2nd Irish London Rifles, manning a makeshift machine gun during the Italian campaign of World War Two in October 1943. The machine gun was ingeniously constructed from the parts of five captured enemy guns, showcasing the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the soldiers in the field. Rifleman Furnell, the smallest and youngest man in the regiment, became a beloved mascot due to his diminutive stature. His comrade, Rifleman Swift, stands by his side, both men focused intently on their task at hand. The lantern slide is part of a collection of official British war photographs relating to the 78th Division, which were given to the 78th Division Battleaxe Club. These precious images provide a unique glimpse into the experiences of the soldiers during this pivotal period in history.
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