Fine Art Print : Kitcheners army recruits drilling, Chatham, Kent, WW1
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Kitcheners army recruits drilling, Chatham, Kent, WW1
Kitcheners army recruits drilling outside the Royal Engineers Electrical School at Chatham, Kent, during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. Witness the determination and camaraderie of Kitchener's Army recruits as they drill outside the Royal Engineers Electrical School in Chatham, Kent, during World War I. This evocative image, captured between 1914 and 1918, is brought to you by Mary Evans Prints Online. Add this historical masterpiece to your home or office decor and relive a moment in time.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the moment of transformation as ordinary men from the town of Chatham, Kent, answer the call to duty and become soldiers in Kitchener's New Army during the First World War. The scene unfolds outside the Royal Engineers Electrical School, with the imposing red-brick building serving as a backdrop to the drill. Dressed in civilian clothing, the recruits pay rapt attention to their drill sergeant, their faces a mix of determination and apprehension. The year is between 1914 and 1918, a time when the Great War had already claimed countless lives and the need for fresh recruits was urgent. The men, standing in shirt sleeves, are undergoing basic training, learning the discipline and skills required to serve in the army. The electrical school, a symbol of modernity and progress, stands in stark contrast to the raw energy and primal focus of the recruits. As the world plunged into war time, the uniformity of the drilling men underscores the collective spirit and the unified front that the British people presented in the face of adversity. The image is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these men and the thousands like them, who left their civilian lives behind to defend their country and contribute to the war effort. This photograph is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history and the human stories that lie beneath the surface of the larger conflict. It is a testament to the courage and resilience of the men who answered the call to arms and the indomitable spirit of the town of Chatham, Kent, during the First World War.
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