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Poster Print : Embroidered depicting Martyr Ypres, 1917
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Embroidered depicting Martyr Ypres, 1917
Handwritten note on reverse Kind regards Richard, France Aug 18th 1917. Original at Sheffield Archives ref. X3/16/1.Richard Frank Cramp served as a sergeant (No. 371207) in the London Regiment (Post Office Rifles) 8th Battalion, having enlisted at Sheffield. He was killed at the Battle of the Somme, France on 10th August 1918, aged 32. His remains were interred at Villers-Bretonneux Military Cemetery.Born in Woolwich, London, Richard went on become a postman. He married May B Georgina Plant of Moor Lane, Ravenfield, Rotherham in 1910, in the Ecclesall Bierlow district. Whites Trade Directory of 1913 shows Frank at 66 Fulton Road, Walkley, Sheffield
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Media ID 14033594
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A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring the poignant image of "Embroidered depicting Martyr Ypres, 1917." This powerful artwork, from Sheffield City Archives, pays tribute to the sacrifice of Richard Frank Cramp, a sergeant who served during World War I. The intricate embroidery, created in 1917, is accompanied by a handwritten note on the reverse from France, dated August 18th, 1917. Add this historic piece to your collection and honor the past, with each print carefully reproduced to preserve the original's rich details and authenticity.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 19.8cm (11.9" x 7.8")
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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This poignant print captures an intricately embroidered depiction of Martyr Ypres, 1917. The photograph is accompanied by a handwritten note on the reverse, signed with kind regards from Richard in France on August 18th, 1917. This original piece can be found at Sheffield Archives under reference X3/16/1. The story behind this remarkable artwork unfolds as we learn about Richard Frank Cramp, who served as a sergeant in the London Regiment (Post Office Rifles) 8th Battalion. Enlisting in his hometown of Sheffield, Richard tragically lost his life during the Battle of the Somme on August 10th, 1918. He was only 32 years old when he was laid to rest at Villers-Bretonneux Military Cemetery in France. Born in Woolwich, London and later becoming a postman, Richard married May B Georgina Plant from Moor Lane, Ravenfield, Rotherham in 1910. His dedication to serving his country is evident through this beautifully crafted embroidery that depicts Martyr Ypres. As we gaze upon this image and reflect upon its historical significance within the context of World War I and the brave soldiers who fought for their nations' freedom, let us remember Richard Frank Cramp's sacrifice and honor his memory. This artifact serves as a testament to both personal loss and artistic expression amidst one of history's most devastating conflicts.
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