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Amiens Offensive 1918
British Mark V tanks taking German trenches during the Amiens offensive on the Western Front in France during World War I on 10th August 1918
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Amiens Battle Field Mark Offensive Taking Tank Tanks Trenches Ww 1
22"x18" Modern Frame
Experience the historic moment of the Amiens Offensive in 1918 with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This powerful image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the determination and courage of British Mark V tanks as they charge towards German trenches on the Western Front. Add this evocative piece to your home or office to honor the bravery of those who fought in World War I and commemorate an important turning point in the conflict. Each print is expertly framed and ready to hang, making it a stunning addition to any space.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment during the Amiens Offensive on the Western Front in August 1918. The relentless advance of British Mark V tanks, emblazoned with the number '1' and the distinctive cross insignia, storms through the German trenches. The World War I battlefield, located in the northern French region of Picardy, bears the scars of intense combat, with the remnants of destroyed fortifications and the desolate, muddy terrain serving as a stark reminder of the brutal realities of trench warfare. The Amiens Offensive, also known as the Second Battle of the Somme, marked a significant turning point in the war. Launched on August 8, 1918, by the British First Army under the command of General Sir Henry Rawlinson, the offensive aimed to exploit the German Army's weakened state following the Battle of Marne in 1914 and the subsequent retreat to the Hindenburg Line. The British forces, bolstered by the deployment of over 500 Mark V tanks, made rapid gains, pushing the Germans back a distance of up to 12 kilometers in some sectors. The success of the Amiens Offensive not only boosted the morale of the Allied forces but also demonstrated the effectiveness of combined arms tactics, which integrated infantry, artillery, and armor in a coordinated assault. The battle ultimately paved the way for the Allied victory in the First World War, which was formally declared on November 11, 1918.
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