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Gas Masks for children
Gas Masks and protection for children and nursing mothers during World War II in 1940-1941
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Media ID 4433845
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1941 Mask Masks Mothers Nursing Parent Parents Protection Protective Ww 2 Ww Ii
14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This poignant image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back to the 1940s and 1940s Europe, where children and nursing mothers bravely prepared for the unknown. Donned with gas masks, they displayed unwavering resilience during the tumultuous World War II era. These high-quality prints are ideal for adding depth to your historical displays, or for creating a unique conversation piece in your home or office. Each print is carefully produced using premium materials to ensure longevity and vibrant colors. Bring history to life with this evocative image from our extensive collection.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 25.7cm (14" x 10.1")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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 grim reality of life during World War II as children and nursing mothers don their gas masks in preparation for air raids in the early 1940s. The image, taken in the United Kingdom during the height of the Blitz, poignantly illustrates the lengths to which parents went to protect their families from the devastating effects of chemical warfare. The Second World War brought unprecedented challenges to families, with the constant threat of air raids and gas attacks looming over their daily lives. In response, the British government distributed gas masks to civilians, including young children and nursing mothers, to provide some semblance of safety and security in the face of the unknown. The photograph shows a mother carefully helping her young child put on the bulky, unwieldy mask, while another child looks on with a mixture of curiosity and apprehension. The nursing mother in the background, dressed in a simple, practical outfit, cradles her infant in her arms, her own mask dangling around her neck. The scene is one of quiet determination and resilience, as these parents do their best to shield their loved ones from the horrors of war. This historical photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and hardships endured by families during wartime, and the deep love and commitment that drove them to put their children's safety above their own. It is a powerful testament to the human spirit and the enduring bond between parents and their children, even in the most trying of circumstances.
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