Photographic Print : Converted first aid station WWII

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Converted first aid station WWII

Converted and barricaded sauna baths become a first aid post where a soldier keeps watch for enemy aircraft in Helsinki, Finland during World War II

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Media ID 4443275

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Air Craft Finland Finnish Guard Helsinki Soviet Watch Ww 2 Ww Ii

14"x11" Photo Print

Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Print of a converted first aid station during World War II, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures the moment when makeshift sauna baths in Helsinki, Finland, were transformed into a vital first aid post. Soldiers manned the barricades, keeping watch for enemy aircraft as their comrades received care within. Add this historical masterpiece to your collection and bring the past into your home or office.

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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
1. Title: "A Watchful Eye Amidst the Snow: A Finnish Soldier Guarding a Converted First Aid Station During the Winter of World War II, Helsinki" 2. Description: This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of World War II, as a Finnish soldier keeps a watchful eye for enemy aircraft from the converted first aid station in Helsinki, Finland. The image, taken during the harsh winter of the conflict, showcases the resourcefulness and resilience of the Finnish people in the face of adversity. 3. Background: During World War II, Finland, a neutral country, was invaded by the Soviet Union in November 1939. The Finnish army, vastly outnumbered and outgunned, fought valiantly to defend their homeland. In the midst of this brutal conflict, everyday structures were repurposed for military use. In this photograph, we see the transformation of sauna baths into a first aid post, with barricades erected to protect against potential enemy attacks. 4. Scene: The soldier, bundled up against the cold, stands watch atop a makeshift lookout post, peering through binoculars at the sky. The snow-covered landscape stretches out in the background, with the city of Helsinki visible in the distance. The converted first aid station is located nearby, its entrance marked by a simple wooden sign. 5. Historical Significance: This photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life of Finnish soldiers during the Winter War, a period marked by extreme weather conditions, resource scarcity, and constant threat from the Soviet Union. The image underscores the ingenuity and determination of the Finnish people in adapting to their circumstances and defending their homeland. 6. Technical Details: This photograph is a historical print, measuring approximately 10 x 8 inches. The image has been carefully preserved and is available as a rights-managed reproduction from Mary Evans Prints Online.

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