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Framed Print : Dug in - D-Day - Machine Gun Team
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Dug in - D-Day - Machine Gun Team
A British machine gun team dug in on a Normandy beach during the assault phase of Operation Overlord - the allied D-Day landings in France on 6th June 1944
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1944 Aiming Armed Beaches Crouching D Day Digging Edge Fires Firing Forces Gunner Gunners Infantry Invasion Normandy Operation Overlord Waters Ww 2 Ww Ii
22"x18" Modern Frame
Experience history come to life with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the powerful image "Dug In - D-Day - Machine Gun Team" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating photograph takes you back to the pivotal moment of the Allied invasion of Normandy during Operation Overlord on June 6, 1944. Witness the determination and courage of a British machine gun team as they dig in on the beach, prepared to defend against the enemy waves. Add this historical masterpiece to your home or office decor, and bring a piece of World War II history into your daily life. Order now and make every room a gallery.
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
This evocative photograph captures the intensity and danger of the D-Day landings on June 6, 1944, during Operation Overlord. A British machine gun team is seen dug in on the edge of a Normandy beach, their determined faces focused on the task at hand. The team, dressed in the distinctive uniforms of the British infantry, are armed with a Vickers medium machine gun and are prepared to provide covering fire for their comrades advancing ashore. The team's position, just above the high-water mark, underscores the precarious nature of their situation. The sea, still churning from the invasion fleet, forms a constant threat in the background. The soldiers crouch low, shielding themselves from enemy fire as they aim their weapon towards the horizon. The gunner, his expression intense, expertly feeds ammunition into the machine gun, ready to unleash a hail of bullets at a moment's notice. The historical significance of this image is immense. The D-Day landings marked the beginning of the end of World War II in Europe, and the sacrifices made by these brave soldiers were instrumental in securing a victory for the Allied forces. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and determination displayed by the troops during this pivotal moment in world history. The image also highlights the importance of the machine gun in the infantry's arsenal during this period. Machine guns provided crucial fire support for advancing troops, allowing them to suppress enemy positions and create a breach in the enemy lines. The team's readiness to fire at a moment's notice underscores the importance of their role in the invasion's success. Overall, this photograph is a powerful and evocative image of the D-Day landings, capturing the intensity and danger of the moment while highlighting the bravery and determination of the soldiers involved.
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