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Ruhr Crisis / 1923
The French forcibly take coal from the Ruhr when Germany defaults on reparations
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Coal Crisis Forcibly Reparations Ruhr 1923
27x27 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our captivating Ruhr Crisis / 1923 poster print from Media Storehouse. This historical masterpiece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a pivotal moment in world history when the French forcibly took coal from the Ruhr region of Germany as a response to the country's default on reparations. Ideal for history enthusiasts, educators, or those looking to add a touch of nostalgia to their space, this rights-managed print is a must-have addition to any collection. Transport yourself to the past with this evocative and thought-provoking visual."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
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 evocative photograph captures the tense atmosphere of the Ruhr Crisis in February 1923, an pivotal moment in international history when the French military forcibly occupied the German industrial region of the Ruhr to secure coal shipments as reparations for Germany's wartime debts. With Germany unable to meet its reparations payments following the hyperinflation that had decimated its economy, the French military intervention marked a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict between the two nations. In the image, a French soldier stands guard over a pile of coal, symbolizing the strategic resource at the heart of the dispute. The German miners, who had been striking in protest against the French occupation, are absent from the scene, highlighting the stark power dynamic between the two countries. The desolate landscape, dotted with abandoned machinery and empty buildings, underscores the economic devastation wrought by the crisis. The Ruhr Crisis marked a turning point in the history of the interwar period, leading to the withdrawal of French troops in May 1923 and the signing of the Dawes Plan, which provided Germany with a loan to help stabilize its economy. However, the crisis also sowed the seeds for the rise of the Nazi party and the eventual outbreak of World War II. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the complex geopolitical issues that shaped the early 20th century and the far-reaching consequences of economic instability and international conflict.
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