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Jigsaw Puzzle : Horse drawn ambulance, Truro, Cornwall. 1918
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Horse drawn ambulance, Truro, Cornwall. 1918
Wounded soldiers in a horse drawn ambulance probably in the grounds of the Auxiliary Naval Hospital or possibly the end of First World War celebrations at Ladock. The Police man with collar number 108 is thought to be PC Erwin French who joined the Cornwall Constabulary 11.11.1895 after service in the Duke of Cornwalls Light Infantry and retired from the police force on the 30.06.1923. He was based at Truro from 20.5.1914. Photographer: Arthur William Jordan
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TRURI : TRUhrn.44
Media ID 12060913
© From the collection of the RIC
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Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring an evocative image of a horse-drawn ambulance from the Royal Cornwall Museum. This intriguing puzzle, set in Truro, Cornwall during 1918, depicts wounded soldiers being transported in the back of the ambulance, possibly on their way to the Auxiliary Naval Hospital or celebrating the end of the First World War at Ladock. Engage in a heartwarming journey of history as you piece together this exquisite puzzle and bring this poignant moment in time back to life.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.5cm (20" x 15.9")
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.
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This print takes us back to the year 1918 in Truro, Cornwall. In a time when horse-drawn carriages were still prevalent, this particular image showcases a horse-drawn ambulance transporting wounded soldiers. The location is believed to be either the grounds of the Auxiliary Naval Hospital or possibly the end of First World War celebrations at Ladock. A notable figure in this photograph is PC Erwin French, whose collar number was 108. He had an impressive background serving in the Duke of Cornwalls Light Infantry before joining the Cornwall Constabulary on November 11th, 1895. After years of dedicated service, he retired from the police force on June 30th, 1923. Throughout his career, PC Erwin French was stationed at Truro starting from May 20th, 1914. The photographer responsible for capturing this historical moment is Arthur William Jordan. His lens immortalizes not only a significant era marked by World War I but also provides us with a glimpse into everyday life during that time period. This remarkable print serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by brave soldiers and highlights their transportation methods during wartime. It also sheds light on individuals like PC Erwin French who played vital roles in maintaining law and order within their communities amidst tumultuous times.
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