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Canvas Print : Allies Shoulder to Shoulder at Ypres
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Allies Shoulder to Shoulder at Ypres
French infantry charging alongside Irish Guards and Grenadiers at Ypres during the First World War. Drawn from a description by Private P. Gilleece of the Irish Guards who lost his left arm and three fingers in the action
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Media ID 4394650
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Action Allies Along Side Charging Description Drawn Fingers Grenadiers Guards Infantry Lost Private Shoulder Ypres January
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Step back in time with our stunning 'Allies Shoulder to Shoulder at Ypres' Canvas Print from Media Storehouse. This powerful image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the spirit of unity and determination during the First World War. Depicting French infantry charging alongside Irish Guards and Grenadiers at Ypres, this evocative piece is based on a description by Private P. Bring history to life in your home with this beautiful, high-quality canvas print."
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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.
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This evocative image captures the indomitable spirit and unwavering camaraderie of the Allied forces during the brutal battles of the First World War. Taken in the muddy trenches of Ypres in January 1915, the photograph shows French infantry charging side by side with their Irish and Grenadier comrades. The scene is described in vivid detail by Private P. Gilleece of the Irish Guards, who lost his left arm and three fingers in the action. Private Gilleece's account paints a powerful picture of the chaos and carnage of the battlefield, where the line between friend and foe was often blurred. He recalled the deafening roar of artillery, the acrid smell of gunpowder, and the sight of men from different nations and regiments fighting together for a common cause. Despite the horrors of the battle, the image of Allied soldiers charging shoulder to shoulder instills a sense of hope and resilience. The French, Irish, and Grenadier infantrymen, their faces etched with determination and grit, charge fearlessly into the fray, their weapons at the ready. The unity of these diverse forces, bound by a shared commitment to victory, is a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit. This powerful photograph, drawn from Private Gilleece's firsthand account, is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers during the First World War and the importance of unity and camaraderie in the face of adversity. The image is a valuable historical document, offering a unique insight into the experiences of soldiers on the front lines and the bonds that were forged between them.
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