Canvas Print : British Howitzer gun in action, Samarra, WW1
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British Howitzer gun in action, Samarra, WW1
A British 6-inch 3-cwt Howitzer gun in action at Samarra, Mesopotamia (now Iraq) during the First World War. Date: 1918
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Media ID 7193929
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Action Artillery Desert Dust Dusty Firing Guns Heavy Howitzer Inch Iraq Mesopotamia Samarra Wheel War Time Weapons Ww 1
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our captivating Canvas Print of a British 6-inch 3-cwt Howitzer gun in action during the First World War. This historic image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the battlefields of Samarra, Mesopotamia (now Iraq) in 1918. The powerful and iconic gun, a symbol of the British military's strength and resilience, is expertly captured in this evocative and detailed photograph. Add this inspiring piece to your home or office to showcase your appreciation for history and the courage of our past warriors. Each Canvas Print from Media Storehouse is meticulously printed on high-quality canvas and coated with a protective varnish to ensure a long-lasting and vibrant display. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your space.
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 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
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a British 6-inch 3-cwt Howitzer gun roars to life in the dusty plains of Samarra, Mesopotamia (now Iraq), during the final stages of the First World War in 1918. The heavy artillery piece, a vital component of the British Expeditionary Force's arsenal, is seen in action against the backdrop of the arid Middle Eastern landscape. The gun's crew, dressed in protective gear, work together to load and fire the weapon, sending a plume of smoke and dust billowing into the air. The First World War saw the extensive use of artillery on both the Western and Eastern fronts. In Mesopotamia, the British forces were engaged in a grueling campaign against the Ottoman Empire, which involved long marches through the desert and fierce battles in the sweltering heat. The Howitzer gun was particularly effective in this terrain due to its mobility and versatility, allowing the British to engage the enemy from a distance and soften their defenses before advancing. The photograph captures the raw power and intensity of war, with the gun's barrel jutting out menacingly towards the horizon, and the crew's focused expressions conveying the gravity of the situation. The dusty, sun-scorched ground and the gun's tracks, which seem to stretch out into the distance, add to the sense of isolation and desolation. This image is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers who served in the Middle East during the First World War, and the indelible mark that war leaves on the land and those who fight it.
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