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Canvas Print : Belgian gunners during evacuation of Antwerp, WW1
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Belgian gunners during evacuation of Antwerp, WW1
Belgian gunners during the evacuation of Antwerp, First World War. Date: circa 1914
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Action Antwerp Artillery Belgian Evacuated Evacuation Flanders Gunners Guns Operating War Time Weapons Ww 1
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our stunning Canvas Print of Belgian gunners during the evacuation of Antwerp in 1914. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the intensity and determination of the soldiers as they defend their city during the First World War. Our high-quality Canvas Prints are made to order using premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring history to life in your home or office. Add a touch of history and character to any space with this exclusive, rights-managed 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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Amidst the chaos and turmoil of the First World War, Belgian gunners stand resolute in the face of adversity during the evacuation of Antwerp in 1914. The city, located in the northern part of Belgium, had been under siege by the German army since the beginning of the war. With the situation becoming increasingly dire, the decision was made to evacuate the remaining Allied forces and civilians from the city. The scene captured in this photograph shows Belgian gunners operating their artillery pieces on the outskirts of Antwerp, preparing to defend against the advancing German forces. The men, dressed in their military uniforms, are focused intently on their tasks, their faces etched with determination and resolve. The guns, their barrels pointed towards the horizon, are ready to fire at a moment's notice. Despite the desperate situation, there is a sense of order and discipline among the Belgian troops. Each man knows his role and executes it with precision, ensuring that the evacuation of Antwerp proceeds as smoothly as possible under the circumstances. The great war machine of the First World War is on full display in this image, with the artillery pieces and their crews forming a formidable line of defense against the encroaching enemy. The evacuation of Antwerp was a pivotal moment in the early stages of the First World War, marking the end of Belgian resistance in the region and the beginning of the retreat to the Yser line. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the bravery and determination of the Belgian soldiers during this tumultuous time in world history.
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