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British Officers interrogating a prisoner, East Africa, 1916
Photograph showing General Hannyngton and his intelligence officer (seated in chairs) interrogating an enemy porter (seated on floor) in German East Africa, 1916. Two Indian sepoys stand guard by the prisoner
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Chairs Enemy Floor Guard Intelligence Interrogating Porter Prisoner Sepoys Stand
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Metal Print of British Officers interrogating a prisoner in German East Africa, 1916. This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the intensity and drama of wartime intelligence gathering. Featuring General Hannington and his officer seated in chairs, interrogating an enemy porter on the floor, this Metal Print is not just a beautiful piece of decor, but a glimpse into history. Its high-quality metal finish adds depth and texture, making it a standout addition to any wall. Order now and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
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Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of the East African Campaign during World War I. The image shows British General Sir Frederick Jackson Hannyngton (seated, left) and his intelligence officer (seated, right) engaged in a intense interrogation of an enemy porter (seated on the floor) in German East Africa, 1916. The prisoner, wearing a tattered loincloth and manacled wrists, appears defiant yet resigned to his fate. Two Indian sepoys (soldiers) stand guard, their rifles at the ready, maintaining a watchful eye over the proceedings. The scene unfolds in the arid, sun-scorched terrain of Africa, with the harsh desert landscape providing a stark backdrop to the tense encounter. General Hannyngton, a decorated military leader, was instrumental in the British campaign to reclaim German East Africa from German colonial rule. His intelligence officer, an unnamed figure, played a crucial role in gathering vital information from enemy prisoners and local informants to aid the British forces in their strategic planning and military operations. The porter, a member of the enemy's porter corps, was likely captured during a military engagement or raiding party. The interrogation was a common tactic employed by both sides during the conflict to gain valuable intelligence and disrupt the enemy's supply lines. The prisoner's capture could potentially yield valuable information about German troop movements, fortifications, and weaknesses in their defenses. This photograph offers a glimpse into the raw, unfiltered reality of war and the lengths to which both sides went to gain the upper hand. It is a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict and the complex web of power dynamics that existed between colonial powers, their soldiers, and the local populations during this period in history.
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