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Ypres aerial view WWI
Aerial view of Ypres in flames during World War I in Belgium
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Media ID 4453981
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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 aerial view photograph captures the devastation wrought upon the historic Belgian city of Ypres during the First World War. Taken from the sky, the image presents a panoramic perspective of the city in flames, with plumes of smoke rising from the destruction below. The once vibrant and bustling urban landscape is now reduced to a charred wasteland, a poignant reminder of the horrors of war. The Great War, also known as World War I, began in 1914 and lasted until 1918. The Western Front, where this photograph was taken, was a major theatre of war, with Ypres serving as a key strategic location due to its proximity to the front lines. The city was subjected to relentless bombardment and repeated attacks, resulting in widespread destruction. The photograph is an important historical document, providing a unique perspective on the devastation caused by the conflict. It serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the destruction it leaves in its wake. The image also highlights the importance of preserving historical sites and cultural heritage, which can be a source of education, inspiration, and healing. The photograph is a poignant testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the ability to rebuild and recover from even the most devastating of circumstances. Today, Ypres stands as a symbol of hope and renewal, with the Menin Gate Memorial and the Last Post Ceremony serving as a reminder of the sacrifices made during the war and the importance of peace and unity.
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