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Maginot line WWII
First photograph of the British and French together on the Maginot line, preparing to drink a toast to the New Year during World War II
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Media ID 4448929
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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 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a rare moment of camaraderie and unity between British and French soldiers as they gather to celebrate the New Year on the Maginot Line during World War II. The Maginot Line, a series of fortifications built by France along its eastern border with Germany in the 1930s, was a symbol of French military strength and determination to prevent another invasion. However, the outbreak of war in 1939 saw the line's strategic importance shift, and British troops were deployed to support their French allies. In this image, soldiers from both nations stand together, their weapons at their sides, as they raise their glasses in a toast to the New Year. The scene is one of quiet resolve, with the harsh realities of war momentarily set aside in favor of a shared moment of hope and solidarity. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the spirit of cooperation between the British and French armies during this pivotal period in world history. The Maginot Line was a significant military fortification system, stretching for over 400 kilometers along the French-German border. Its construction began in the late 1920s and was intended to provide a defensive barrier against potential German aggression. However, the line's effectiveness was ultimately called into question during the early stages of World War II, when the German forces were able to bypass it through other means. Despite the challenges and hardships of war, this photograph underscores the importance of unity and cooperation between allies in the face of adversity. The soldiers' determination to celebrate the New Year together, amidst the backdrop of the Maginot Line, is a testament to their unwavering commitment to their cause and to each other.
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