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Australian band playing in square, Bapaume, France, WW1
An Australian band playing in the town square at Bapaume, northern France, during the First World War, with ruined buildings in the background and debris on the ground. Date: circa 1917
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Australian Band Bapaume Brass Drum Instruments Percussion Rubble Ruin Ruined Trombone Tuba Musical War Time Ww 1
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring an evocative image of an Australian band playing in the town square of Bapaume, France, during the First World War. This powerful and poignant photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the spirit of resilience and camaraderie amidst the ruins and debris of the war-torn town. Our high-quality canvas prints bring this historic moment to life, allowing you to display a piece of history in your home or office. With vivid colors and stunning detail, this image is sure to make a bold and unique addition to any space. Order your Media Storehouse Canvas Print today and bring a piece of history into your world.
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.
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Amidst the devastation and chaos of the First World War, a glimmer of hope and normalcy returned to the northern French town of Bapaume as the sounds of music filled the air. In this evocative photograph, an Australian military band proudly stands in the town square, their instruments at the ready. The ruins of buildings and debris scattered on the ground serve as a stark reminder of the war's destruction, but the determined expressions on the faces of the musicians suggest that even in the darkest of times, the human spirit can find a way to prevail. The year is circa 1917, and the Great War had been raging for over three years. The Australian Imperial Force (AIF) had been heavily involved in the fighting on the Western Front, and this band was likely part of the entertainment unit that accompanied the troops. The instruments used by the band include a drum, trombone, and tuba, all of which were transported with great care across the miles of battle-scarred terrain. The image captures a moment of respite, a brief pause in the relentless march of war. The musicians, hailing from a land far away, bring a sense of connection and unity to the townspeople and soldiers alike. The simple act of playing music in the town square becomes a powerful symbol of hope and defiance in the face of adversity. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human capacity for creativity and resilience, even in the most challenging of circumstances. It stands as a testament to the enduring power of music to bring people together, to heal wounds, and to provide solace in times of need.
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