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British soldiers 1916
Two British soldiers, muddy and soaked but looking cheerful, stand in the middle of a cemetery, somewhere in the Somme region
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Cemetery Muddy Soaked Somme Tommies Ww 1
14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Print of British soldiers from 1916, beautifully captured by Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports you to the heart of the Somme region during the First World War, as two mud-splattered soldiers share a moment of camaraderie amidst the solemn surroundings of a military cemetery. With their cheerful expressions, they remind us of the human spirit that endured even in the most challenging of circumstances. Bring this powerful piece of history into your home or office and let it be a conversation starter for years to come.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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
Amidst the Mud and Sorrow: A Moment of Cheer in the Somme Cemetery, 1916 In the heart of the Western Front, the Battle of the Somme raged on, leaving a trail of destruction and sorrow in its wake. Amidst the chaos and carnage, two British soldiers, their faces etched with the grime and exhaustion of battle, take a moment to find solace in the midst of the Somme cemetery. The year was 1916, and the First World War had long since devolved into a brutal stalemate, with both sides locked in a deadly dance of attrition. The soldiers, their uniforms mud-splattered and soaked through, stand in the center of the cemetery, their expressions a stark contrast to the desolation around them. One soldier, with a pipe clenched between his teeth, looks off into the distance, lost in thought. The other, with a mischievous grin, appears to be sharing a joke, his laughter echoing through the quiet stillness of the graveyard. Despite the horrors they had witnessed and the hardships they had endured, these 'Tommies' found a moment of respite, a brief reprieve from the harsh realities of war. The cemetery, filled with the final resting places of their comrades, served as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made in the name of duty and country. This powerful image, captured in the midst of the Somme region, offers a glimpse into the human side of war, a testament to the indomitable spirit of the soldiers who fought and died on the Western Front. Through their cheerful expressions and the shared moment of camaraderie, they remind us that even in the darkest of times, there is always a glimmer of hope and a reason to smile.
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