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National Service 1947
Eighteen-year-old R.A.S.C. National Service recruit Tony Boxall. Date: 1947
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1947 Boxall Eighteen Rasc Recruit Tony Year
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes us back to 1947 with an eighteen-year-old R.A.S.C. National Service recruit named Tony Boxall. The black-and-white photograph beautifully encapsulates the essence of a pivotal moment in history. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your home or office decor. Bring history to life with our exceptional range of Fine Art Prints.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 31.1cm x 53.3cm (12.2" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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
This evocative photograph captures the moment eighteen-year-old Tony Boxall reporting for National Service duty in the Royal Army Service Corps (R.A.S.C.) in 1947. As the 20th century drew to a close, the shadow of the Second World War still loomed large over Britain, and National Service was a mandatory requirement for all able-bodied young men. Dressed in the uniform of the R.A.S.C., Tony stands tall and determined, his expression a mix of apprehension and resolve. The photograph offers a poignant reminder of the generation of young men who answered the call to duty, many of whom had come of age during the war years and were now being asked to serve their country once more. The National Service scheme, introduced in 1947, was designed to maintain the strength of the British armed forces in the aftermath of the war. It was a time of transition, as the country began to rebuild and look towards the future. For Tony and his peers, National Service represented a rite of passage, a chance to learn new skills and discipline, and a way to contribute to the national effort. This photograph, taken in 1947, offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in British history, and a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the young men of that era. It is a powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the British people, and a testament to the enduring spirit of service and duty that has defined the country throughout its history.
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