Metal Print : British Soldiers Capture
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British Soldiers Capture
North Africa : Italians capture British troops, who had been hiding in a cave on the Sollum front
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Media ID 616496
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1941 Capture Cave Hiding Italians Operations Prisoners
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring this iconic image from Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the intense moment of conflict as British soldiers are captured by Italians during the North African campaign, hiding in a cave on the Sollum front. Our high-quality metal prints are not just a picture, they are a work of art. The vivid colors and exceptional detail are brought to life through the unique process of printing on metal, creating a modern and sleek look that adds depth and texture to your space. Each print is individually crafted with a durable finish that is waterproof, scratch-resistant, and UV protected, ensuring your print lasts a lifetime. Order now and relive history in a whole new way.
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.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the North African Campaign of World War II. Taken in 1941, the image shows Italian soldiers leading a group of captured British troops through the arid landscape of Sollum, Libya. The British soldiers, their faces etched with exhaustion and defeat, are being marched away after being discovered hiding in a cave on the Sollum front. The North African Campaign, which lasted from 1940 to 1943, was a significant theater of the Second World War. It saw fierce fighting between the Allied forces, led primarily by the British and Americans, and the Axis powers, headed by Italy and Germany. The campaign began with the Italian invasion of Egypt and Libya, which was met with stiff resistance from the British and Commonwealth forces. The Battle of Sollum, where this photograph was taken, was a key engagement in the campaign. It took place in September 1941, during Operation Crusader, a major Allied offensive aimed at relieving the siege of Tobruk. The battle saw intense fighting, with both sides suffering heavy losses. The Italians, who had been advancing towards Tobruk, were eventually forced to retreat. The capture of the British soldiers in this photograph is a poignant reminder of the brutal realities of war. The image also underscores the importance of intelligence and tactics in military strategy. The British soldiers' decision to hide in the cave, and their subsequent capture, would have had significant consequences for the outcome of the battle and the wider campaign. Overall, this photograph is an invaluable historical record of a pivotal moment in the North African Campaign of World War II. It offers a glimpse into the harsh conditions and intense fighting that characterized this conflict, and serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers on all sides during the war.
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