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Battle of the Aisne 1918
French artillery observation post near Vendresse during the Battle of the Aisne on the Western Front in France during World War I in 1918
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Aisne Artillery Look Out Observation Posts Watch Watch Tower Ww 1
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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 the scene of a French artillery observation post near Vendresse during the Battle of the Aisne on the Western Front in France, 1918. The image transports us back in time to the final months of World War I, as soldiers diligently carry out their duties from the safety of a watchtower. The first world war, a defining moment in human history, saw the introduction of modern warfare, with trench warfare, chemical weapons, and heavy artillery becoming the norm. The tower, standing tall against the backdrop of a barren, war-torn landscape, serves as a lookout point for French artillery units. The soldiers, huddled around the tower's base, carefully study the terrain through binoculars, their faces etched with concentration and determination. A tree, the only sign of life in the desolate scene, stands defiantly in the foreground, its branches reaching out towards the sky. The passage of time is marked by the presence of a large, ornate clock face on the tower's exterior wall. The hands of the clock seem to stand still, frozen in time, as the soldiers carry out their duties, oblivious to the ticking seconds. The image is a poignant reminder of the countless hours spent in observation and preparation during the Great War. The Battle of the Aisne, one of the last major offensives of World War I, took place from May to June 1918. The French and German forces clashed in a brutal and bloody battle, with neither side gaining a decisive advantage. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of soldiers during this pivotal moment in history, providing a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the war.
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