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Silesia Plebiscite
In Silesia, with a mixed German and Polish population, residents of Kattowitz/ Katowice await the results of the plebiscite which will divide the region
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1921 Await Divide Mixed Plebiscite Poland Polish Population Region Residents Results Silesia
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
"Experience history come to life with the Media Storehouse range of high-quality poster prints. This captivating image, titled "Silesia Plebiscite," depicts a pivotal moment in history as residents of Kattowitz/ Katowice anxiously await the results of the plebiscite that would divide the region between Poland and Germany. Produced in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed photograph offers a unique and intriguing glimpse into the past. Bring this evocative piece of history into your home or office space and ignite conversation with its stunning visual storytelling."
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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.
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In this evocative photograph, the anticipation of history hangs heavy in the air as residents of Kattowitz, now known as Katowice, gather in the streets of this once ethnically diverse city in Silesia, Poland. The year is 1921, and the fate of the region's mixed German and Polish population is about to be decided through a plebiscite. The plebiscite was a result of the Treaty of Versailles, which ended World War I and redrew the map of Europe. Silesia, a historically German-speaking region with a significant Polish population, was a point of contention between Germany and Poland. The scene in the photograph is one of quiet apprehension. Men, women, and children stand huddled together, their expressions a mix of hope and uncertainty. Some cling to each other for comfort, while others gaze intently at the distant horizon, as if seeking answers from the heavens above. The buildings in the background, their facades worn and weathered by time, serve as a reminder of the rich history that has unfolded in this place. The plebiscite, which would ultimately divide the region along ethnic lines, was a pivotal moment in the history of Silesia and the broader European narrative. The photograph captures a moment of transition, a moment when the future of a community hangs in the balance. It is a poignant reminder of the complexities and challenges that have shaped the region and its people, and the enduring power of human resilience in the face of change. The photograph, taken from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Prints Online, is a testament to the historical significance of the Silesian Plebiscite and the profound impact it had on the lives of the people of Katowice and beyond. It invites us to reflect on the past and consider the lessons it holds for the present and the future.
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