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Fine Art Print : Captured German Pilot at Dover; Second World War, 1940
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Captured German Pilot at Dover; Second World War, 1940
Photograph showing Werner Voigt (centre in large coat), a captured German pilot, who had crashed his Messerschmitt 109 into the sea off Dover, seen with British soldiers, Summer 1940
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Captured Crashed Dover Messerschmitt Pilot Werner
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This evocative image, "Captured German Pilot at Dover; Second World War, 1940" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the heart of historical events. Witness the tense moment as a British soldier interrogates a captured German pilot, Werner Voigt, who had crashed his Messerschmitt 109 into the English Channel off the coast of Dover. The large coat of the German pilot contrasts sharply against the uniforms of the British soldiers, creating a striking visual narrative of the war's pivotal moments. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and relive the stories of the past.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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This powerful photograph captures a pivotal moment in history during the Second World War, showing the captured German pilot Werner Voigt at Dover in the summer of 1940. Voigt, wearing a large coat and surrounded by British soldiers, had crashed his Messerschmitt 109 into the sea off Dover before being taken as a prisoner of war.
The image is filled with tension and emotion as Voigt stands stoically in the center, his expression unreadable. The contrast between him and the British soldiers surrounding him highlights the stark differences between enemies on opposite sides of a brutal conflict.
The historical significance of this moment cannot be understated, as it represents one small piece of the larger narrative of World War II. It serves as a reminder of the human cost of war and the individual stories that often get lost in broader accounts of battles and strategies.
As we look at this photograph today, we are reminded not only of the bravery and sacrifice shown by soldiers on both sides but also of our shared humanity. It is through images like these that we can better understand and appreciate the complexities of wartime experiences.
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