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British and American Troops in Munster, Second World War, 19
Photograph showing American infantry of the 17th Airborne Division (on left) and British soldiers of the Sixth Guards Tank Brigade conferring over a map in Munster, Westphalia, 1945. The Guardsmen are riding a Churchill tank
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1945 Airborne Churchill Conferring Division Guards Guardsmen Infantry Munster Sixth Tank Westphalia
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Discover the fascinating history of the Second World War with our intricately detailed jigsaw puzzles from Media Storehouse. This captivating puzzle, featuring the image "British and American Troops in Munster," showcases a historic moment as soldiers from the Sixth Guards Tank Brigade of the British Army and the 17th Airborne Division of the United States Armed Forces come together to plan their next move in Munster, Westphalia, 1945. This beautifully preserved photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online brings history to life in stunning detail. Engage your mind and challenge yourself with this stimulating puzzle experience, perfect for history enthusiasts and puzzle lovers alike.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 28cm x 35.6cm (11" x 14")
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 photograph captures a pivotal moment in the final weeks of the Second World War, as British and American troops came together in Munster, Westphalia, in April 1945. The image shows soldiers from the British Sixth Guards Tank Brigade, riding high atop a Churchill tank on the right, and members of the American 17th Airborne Division, gathered around a map on the left. The scene is set against the backdrop of a war-torn landscape, with destroyed buildings and debris scattered in the foreground. The 17th Airborne Division, a unit of the United States Army, had been dropped behind enemy lines in the Netherlands in September 1944 as part of Operation Market Garden. They had fought their way through Holland and into Germany, eventually linking up with the British forces in Munster. The Sixth Guards Tank Brigade, a part of the British Second Army, had also seen heavy fighting in the European theatre, having taken part in the D-Day landings and the Battle of the Bulge. Despite being from different nations and branches of the military, the soldiers in this photograph are united in their shared mission to bring an end to the war. They are deep in conversation, studying the map and planning their next move. The Churchill tank, a symbol of British military might, looms large in the background, a reminder of the formidable firepower at their disposal. This photograph is a testament to the camaraderie and cooperation that existed between Allied troops during the Second World War. It is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers from both sides of the Atlantic, and the shared commitment to defeating the Axis powers. The image has been sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and is a valuable addition to any collection of historical photographs from the Second World War.
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