Poster Print : Wounded soldiers at Cheshire Hunt puppy show, WW1
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Wounded soldiers at Cheshire Hunt puppy show, WW1
A scene from the Cheshire Hunt Puppy Show organised by Colonel Hall Walker, the Master of the Cheshire Foxhounds who invited wounded soldiers from local hospitals and entertained them to lunch. Date: 1916
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Media ID 14140769
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Cheshire Convalescence Convalescent Convalescing Hospitals Hunt Puppies Puppy Recovering Wounded
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the moving and poignant "Wounded soldiers at Cheshire Hunt puppy show, WW1" print from the Media Storehouse collection. This powerful image, Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a heartwarming moment from history. During World War I, Colonel Hall Walker, the Master of the Cheshire Foxhounds, extended an invitation to wounded soldiers from local hospitals to attend the Cheshire Hunt Puppy Show. In this evocative scene, soldiers, some with bandaged injuries, are seen enjoying the company of adorable puppies, bringing a sense of normalcy and joy during trying times. This captivating print is not just a beautiful addition to any wall, but a reminder of the power of community and resilience. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your home.
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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) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment from the Cheshire Hunt Puppy Show of 1916, an extraordinary event organized by Colonel Hall Walker, the Master of the Cheshire Foxhounds. Amidst the chaos and hardships of World War I, Colonel Walker extended a heartfelt invitation to wounded soldiers from local hospitals, offering them a much-needed respite from their grueling recovery process. The scene unfolds at the puppy show, where the convalescing men, some with bandaged limbs and weary expressions, gather around a pen filled with playful and energetic puppies. The dogs, oblivious to the turmoil of the outside world, frolic and bark, their tails wagging in pure joy. The soldiers, many of whom were far from home and the front lines, cannot help but smile as they interact with the animals, momentarily forgetting their pain and hardships. This historical photograph is a poignant reminder of the power of animals to heal and bring joy, even in the most trying of times. The Cheshire Hunt Puppy Show served as a beacon of hope and normalcy for the wounded soldiers, providing them with a much-needed break from their convalescence and offering a glimpse of the simpler pleasures of life that they had left behind. The photograph, taken in 1916 during the height of World War I, is a poignant and moving testament to the human spirit and the enduring bond between man and animal. It serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of compassion, community, and the simple joys of life, even in the face of adversity.
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