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Framed Print : British 60 pounder gun in action, Samarra, WW1
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British 60 pounder gun in action, Samarra, WW1
A British 60 pounder gun in action at Samarra, Mesopotamia (now Iraq) during the First World War.
1918
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22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "British 60 Pounder Gun in Action, Samarra, WW1." This captivating historical image, taken from the Imperial War Museum/Robert Hunt Library/Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back to the battlefields of Mesopotamia during World War I. Witness the power and might of the British 60 Pounder gun as it roars into action. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve and enhance the rich details of this iconic photograph. Perfect for history enthusiasts and collectors, this framed print adds an authentic touch to any room, making it an unforgettable addition to your decor. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your home.
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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In this evocative image from the First World War, a British 60-pounder gun thunders into action against an unseen enemy in the desolate landscape of Samarra, Mesopotamia (now Iraq), in 1918. The gun, a formidable weapon of the era, is manned by a team of intrepid soldiers, their helmets casting shadows against the dusty, sun-scorched ground. The gun's barrel, caked with grime and gunpowder residue, belches out a plume of smoke as a shell is fired, its deafening roar echoing across the arid plains. The heat of the Middle Eastern sun beats down relentlessly on the scene, the air thick with the acrid smell of gunpowder and the gritty texture of the desert underfoot. The soldiers, their faces etched with determination and focus, work in unison to load and fire the gun, their movements precise and efficient. The scene is one of intense concentration and raw power, a testament to the grit and determination of the British forces in the face of adversity. The 60-pounder gun, a mainstay of the British artillery arsenal during the Great War, was a heavy, versatile weapon, capable of firing both high-explosive and shrapnel shells. Its use in Mesopotamia was instrumental in the eventual defeat of the Ottoman forces in the region, marking a significant victory for the Allied powers. This photograph, taken by Robert Hunt for the Imperial War Museum, offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of war time, the dusty, desolate landscape a stark contrast to the order and precision of the gun crew. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers of the First World War, their bravery and determination etched in history.
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