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Jigsaw Puzzle : Releasing carrier pigeon from tank, France, WW1
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Releasing carrier pigeon from tank, France, WW1
A human hand releasing a carrier pigeon through the porthole of a tank, near Albert, Somme, northern France, during the First World War. Date: 9 August 1918
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Carrier Human Message Pigeon Pigeons Releasing Somme Tank Albert Port Hole
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Experience history in a new way with Media Storehouse's Jigsaw Puzzles. Our intricately detailed puzzle featuring "Releasing carrier pigeon from tank, France, WW1" transports you back in time to the trenches of the First World War. This captivating puzzle, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a human hand releasing a carrier pigeon through the porthole of a tank near Albert, Somme. Piece together this historical moment and relive the courage and innovation of the soldiers during this pivotal time in history. Engage your mind, challenge your problem-solving skills, and create a beautiful keepsake with this unique jigsaw puzzle.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles are printed on photographic paper. Excluding the outer edge, all of the pieces are the same shape with the completed puzzle measuring 10" x 14" (25.4 x 35.5 cm). Split into individual pieces, puzzles are supplied in a black presentation box, sized to fit most mailboxes, with a professionally printed photo on top for reference (box dimensions 5 5/8" x 7 5/8" x 1 1/5")
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Estimated Product Size is 37.2cm x 29.2cm (14.6" x 11.5")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In the midst of the brutal and chaotic battlefields of the Western Front during World War I, the importance of communication between troops and commanders was paramount. One innovative method used to overcome the challenges of the modern battlefield was the use of carrier pigeons to deliver messages. In this poignant image captured on August 9, 1918, near the town of Albert in northern France, in the Somme region, a human hand reaches through the porthole of a tank to release a carrier pigeon. The tank, a symbol of the advanced military technology of the time, is a stark contrast to the ancient practice of using birds for communication. The pigeon, with a small message attached to its leg, takes flight, carrying with it vital information that could potentially save lives or change the course of the battle. The use of carrier pigeons for communication during wartime was a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of soldiers and their commanders in the face of adversity. This powerful photograph, taken during one of the most devastating conflicts in human history, serves as a reminder of the resilience and determination of those who served and the importance of effective communication in warfare.
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