Framed Print : British heavy Howitzer on the Somme, France, WW1

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British heavy Howitzer on the Somme, France, WW1

A British heavy Howitzer in action on the Somme, northern France, during the First World War. Date: circa 1916

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Media ID 7183047

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Action Artillery Firing Foliage Gunners Guns Heavy Howitzer Somme War Time Weapons Ww 1

22"x18" Modern Frame

Step back in time with our stunning Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring a powerful image of a British heavy Howitzer in action during the First World War. This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the battlefields of the Somme, northern France, circa 1916. Add this historical piece to your home or office decor and bring a piece of history into your space. Perfect for history enthusiasts, military memorabilia collectors, or those who appreciate the beauty of historical photography. Order now and relive the past with this authentic, rights-managed print.

20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")

Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")

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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EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the tranquil foliage of northern France, the deceptive calm of the Somme Valley in 1916 was shattered by the thunderous roar of a British heavy Howitzer in action. The Great War, a conflict that spanned two continents and claimed millions of lives, was at its zenith, with the Western Front becoming the epicenter of the deadliest fighting in history. The British Expeditionary Force (BEF), a key player in the Allied effort, brought with them an array of advanced weaponry, including the powerful and versatile 155mm Howitzer. This heavy artillery piece, capable of firing a 102.7 kg (226 lb) shell over a distance of 10,000 meters (32,800 ft), was a formidable weapon against the fortified German positions. In this evocative image, we see a British gun crew, their faces etched with determination and focus, as they prepare to fire their Howitzer. The men, dressed in their heavy woolen uniforms, huddle around the gun, their eyes shielded from the smoke and debris by their steel helmets. The tree line in the background, a stark reminder of the natural beauty that lay devastated by the relentless barrage of artillery fire, stands as a testament to the harsh realities of war. The Howitzer's cover, emblazoned with the Union Jack, proudly displays the national insignia of the British forces. As the gun crew takes aim and the fuse is lit, the world around them is momentarily frozen in time, the only sound the ticking clock of war. The shell, hurtling through the air, would soon find its mark, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The battle for the Somme raged on, a brutal and unforgiving testament to the human capacity for both destruction and endurance.

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