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British soldiers after surrender of Singapore, 1942
Survivors of the 2nd Battalion, Loyal North Lancashire Regiment, leaving their fighting positions on Singapore Island, the day after the British surrender to the Japanese in World War Two. All went to Changi Prison camp in eastern Singapore. Date: 16th February 1942
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1942 Battalion Lancashire Loyal Pacific Prison Prisoners Regiment Singapore Surrender Survivors Ww 2 Ww Ii
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring the poignant image of British soldiers leaving their fighting positions on Singapore Island, following the surrender to the Japanese in 1942. This evocative photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online captures the raw emotion and historical significance of that fateful day in World War Two history. Our high-quality Metal Prints are not just a beautiful addition to your home decor, but a powerful reminder of the past. Each print is meticulously printed on a lightweight aluminum sheet, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional clarity that will last a lifetime. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your living space.
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
February 16, 1942: A Moment of Defeat and Despair - Survivors of the 2nd Battalion, Loyal North Lancashire Regiment, Leave Singapore Amid the ruins of a once proud and impregnable British stronghold, the sun sets on the shattered dreams of resistance as the 2nd Battalion, Loyal North Lancashire Regiment, begins their journey to Changi Prison Camp on the eastern coast of Singapore Island. The date is February 16, 1942, and the once invincible British Army, having been caught off guard by the relentless Japanese advance, has been forced to surrender. The Pacific War theatre of World War Two had reached a turning point as the Japanese military machine, fueled by a relentless and unyielding spirit, had conquered yet another major Allied stronghold. The defeated British soldiers, their faces etched with a mixture of exhaustion, despair, and resignation, trudge along the dusty roads of Singapore, their future uncertain. The Changi Prison Camp, with its infamous reputation for brutal conditions and harsh treatment, awaited them. The soldiers, now prisoners of war, would endure unimaginable hardships, their bodies and spirits tested to the limits as they struggled to survive the harsh realities of captivity. This poignant image serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of war, and the indomitable spirit of those who, despite the odds, continued to fight for their freedom and their homeland. The 16th of February, 1942, would forever be etched in the annals of history as a day of defeat and despair for the British forces in Singapore, but also a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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