Framed Print : Xmas in German Trench
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Xmas in German Trench
Stille Nacht ! German soldiers celebrate Christmas in the trenches (but published a fortnight before Christmas day !)
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Media ID 4325085
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Celebrate Regional Silent Trench Trenches December Nacht Stille
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the stunning "Xmas in German Trench" framed print from our Media Storehouse collection, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures the unexpected spirit of the holiday season during wartime, with German soldiers gathered around a makeshift Christmas tree in the trenches. Published just fortnight before Christmas Day, this poignant and historically significant photograph adds a unique touch to any room. Our high-quality framing enhances the detail and vibrancy of the image, ensuring a beautiful and thought-provoking addition to your home or office decor. Experience the unexpected fusion of history and holiday cheer with the "Xmas in German Trench" framed print from Media Storehouse.
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
Stille Nacht!: A Moment of Peace Amidst the Chaos of War - A German Christmas in the Trenches, December 1914 This evocative photograph captures a rare moment of truce and camaraderie during the Christmas season of 1914 in the Western Front trenches of World War I. Published a fortnight before Christmas Day, this image, from the extensive archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a poignant glimpse into the human side of the conflict, as German soldiers celebrate the festive season amidst the harsh realities of trench warfare. The soldiers, huddled around a makeshift fire, share in the simple pleasures of the season, exchanging gifts and singing carols, including the beloved hymn "Stille Nacht" or "Silent Night." The image, taken against the backdrop of the desolate, muddy trench landscape, underscores the stark contrast between the familiar warmth and joy of the holiday season and the cold, unforgiving conditions of the battlefield. The Christmas Truce of 1914, as this moment came to be known, was a remarkable episode in the annals of military history. Despite the official orders to maintain hostilities, the soldiers on both sides of the trenches, driven by their shared humanity and the desire for a brief respite from the horrors of war, spontaneously laid down their arms and came together in a spirit of goodwill. This photograph, with its powerful and evocative imagery, stands as a testament to the enduring human spirit and the capacity for compassion and unity, even in the most trying of circumstances. It serves as a reminder that, amidst the chaos and turmoil of war, moments of peace and connection can and do occur, offering a glimmer of hope and a reminder of the importance of empathy and understanding.
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