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Canvas Print : British gunners loading a shell, Western Front, WW1
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British gunners loading a shell, Western Front, WW1
British gunners loading a shell into a field gun on the Western Front during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918
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Media ID 7183023
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Ammunition Artillery Gunner Gunners Guns Load Loading Muddy Shell Shells War Time Ww 1
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our stunning Canvas Print of "British gunners loading a shell" from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the intensity and determination of British soldiers during the First World War as they load a shell into a field gun on the Western Front. The raw power and emotion of the scene are brought to life in exquisite detail through the high-quality canvas material and vibrant colors. Add this captivating piece to your home or office to create a unique and thought-provoking display. Perfect for history enthusiasts, military memorabilia collectors, or anyone seeking to add a touch of timeless charm to their space. Experience the past like never before with Media Storehouse Canvas Prints.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 49.1cm (16" x 19.3")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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 evocative photograph captures the grim reality of life on the Western Front during World War I. British gunners, huddled against the cold and muddy conditions, work diligently to load a shell into a field gun. The men, dressed in heavy coats and wet, muddy trousers, are focused intently on their task, their faces etched with determination and grit. The gun, a symbol of power and destruction, looms large in the background, its barrel obscured by the thick, churned-up mud. The scene is one of raw, unadulterated warfare, with the sounds of gunfire and explosions echoing in the distance. The ammunition, piled high nearby, serves as a stark reminder of the endless cycle of violence and destruction that defined the First World War. The cover of this print bears the inscription 'World War I, British Gunner Loading Shell into a Field Gun, Western Front, 1914-1918.' This powerful image offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh and unforgiving world of trench warfare, a world where men like these fought and died for their country.
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