Canvas Print : The Bonus Army: arrests made
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The Bonus Army: arrests made
An arrest in a tree, near the White House, Washington: detectives bringing to ground a leader of the veterans(centre), who has been giving orders from amongst the branches
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Media ID 4421641
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1932 Arrest Arrests Bonus Branches Protest Riot Veterans Washington Made
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Add historic depth to your home decor with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints featuring iconic images from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful piece, titled "The Bonus Army: arrests made," captures a pivotal moment in American history. Witness the intensity of the scene as detectives bring down a leader of the Bonus Army from the safety of a tree near the White House. Each Canvas Print is meticulously crafted with a high-quality finish and vibrant color reproduction, ensuring your image retains its detail and impact for years to come. Bring this piece of history into your home and start a conversation with every visitor."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 powerful image captures the tense moment during the historic Bonus Army protest of 1932, as law enforcement officers move in to arrest a veteran leader perched in a tree near the White House. The Bonus Army, composed of thousands of World War I veterans, had gathered in Washington D.C. to demand early payment of their bonus certificates, which were intended to help them during the Great Depression. The scene depicted in this photograph unfolded on July 28, 1932, when President Hoover ordered the military to evict the veterans from their makeshift encampment. The ensuing clashes between the veterans and law enforcement resulted in numerous arrests and injuries. The veteran in the tree, a respected leader among the Bonus Army, had been giving orders and rallying his comrades from his perch. Determined to bring him down, police and detectives worked together to carefully maneuver a ladder and apprehend him. The image captures the moment of triumph as they successfully bring him to the ground. This arrest marked a turning point in the Bonus Army protest, as the violent confrontation between the veterans and law enforcement garnered widespread public sympathy for the veterans' cause. The incident ultimately led to the passage of the Bonus Bill in May 1933, granting the veterans their much-deserved financial assistance. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by our nation's veterans and the importance of standing up for one's rights and beliefs. It is a significant piece of American history that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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