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Wwi / 1915 / Antwerp Burns
The Belgian city of Antwerp is bombarded by the Germans
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Media ID 623482
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Antwerp Belgian Bombarded Burns Germans
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the moving and poignant "WWI / 1915 / Antwerp Burns" print from the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures the devastating impact of the German bombardment of the Belgian city of Antwerp during World War I. The print showcases the city's historic buildings engulfed in flames, with smoke billowing into the sky, offering a powerful reminder of the human cost of conflict. The high-quality framed print is meticulously crafted to preserve the intricate details of this historic photograph, making it a striking addition to any home or office. Relive history through this poignant and thought-provoking piece.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. 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 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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
This evocative image captures the devastating impact of the First World War on the once-thriving city of Antwerp, Belgium, during the dark days of 1915. The photograph, taken from a distance, shows the ominous plumes of smoke rising above the city's skyline, a stark reminder of the relentless bombardment by the invading German forces. The historic city center, with its grand architecture and vibrant cultural heritage, lay in ruins, reduced to ashes and rubble. Antwerp, a major port city and a key strategic target due to its proximity to the North Sea, became a battleground in the larger conflict between the Allied Powers and the Central Powers. The bombing campaign, which began in October 1914, intensified in the following year, with the Germans employing heavy artillery and zeppelins to rain down destruction upon the city. The people of Antwerp, both civilians and soldiers, endured unspeakable horrors during this period. Homes, businesses, and cultural institutions were destroyed, and countless lives were lost. The city's fortifications, designed to protect it from invasion, proved inadequate against the advancing German forces and the devastating firepower they brought to bear. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war, and the indiscriminate destruction it wreaks upon the places and people it touches. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, and the enduring capacity for hope and renewal in the face of adversity. Today, Antwerp has risen from the ashes, rebuilding itself into a thriving, vibrant city that continues to captivate visitors from around the world.
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