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Canvas Print : Motorcycle Machine Gun Unit firing at aircraft, WW1
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Motorcycle Machine Gun Unit firing at aircraft, WW1
Two men belonging to a Motorcycle Machine Gun Unit with a Scott motorcycle during the First World War, using a Vickers machine gun to fire at aircraft. Date: 1914-1918
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Motorcycle Machine Gun Unit" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, an intriguing piece of history brought to life. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back to the First World War. Witness the bravery and innovation as two intrepid soldiers maneuver a Scott motorcycle, armed with a Vickers machine gun, prepared to engage enemy aircraft. The raw power and determination of this Motorcycle Machine Gun Unit are palpable in every detail of this captivating, rights-managed print. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality canvas print.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 image captures the intensity and danger of the First World War's aerial combat, as two brave soldiers from the Motorcycle Machine Gun Unit prepare to engage an enemy aircraft with their Vickers machine gun. Dating back to the period between 1914 and 1918, this photograph showcases the innovative use of motorcycles as a means of anti-aircraft defense. The Scott motorcycle, a sturdy and reliable machine of the era, is modified with a Vickers machine gun mounted on the rear seat, allowing the rider to quickly and effectively target incoming aircraft. The soldiers, dressed in their heavy greatcoats and helmets, are focused intently on their task, their expressions a mix of determination and concentration. The Motorcycle Machine Gun Unit was formed in response to the increasing threat of enemy aircraft during the First World War. These units were deployed at the front lines to provide rapid-response anti-aircraft fire, using motorcycles to quickly maneuver and adapt to the ever-changing battlefield. The use of motorcycles offered several advantages over traditional artillery, including greater mobility and the ability to cover larger areas more effectively. This powerful and evocative image offers a glimpse into the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the soldiers during the Great War, as they adapted to new threats and developed new strategies to protect their comrades and secure victory. With the roar of the motorcycle engine and the crackle of machine gun fire, this scene remains a testament to the courage and determination of those who served during this pivotal moment in history.
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