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Photographic Print : British and French Soldiers - Salonica
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British and French Soldiers - Salonica
A scruffy young turkish paperboy selling the Paris Balkan Newspaper and the French Echo to British and French soldiers during World War One in Salonica as two veiled ladies and a Greek priest (with a Turkish servant) hurry past
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Media ID 4408915
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14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This captivating image, "British and French Soldiers - Salonica" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the heart of the Balkan Wars in 1915. Witness the intriguing moment as a scruffy young Turkish paperboy sells the Paris Balkan Newspaper and the French Echo to British and French soldiers. Amidst the chaos of war, the contrasting scenes of two veiled ladies and a Greek priest add a layer of complexity and intrigue to this powerful photograph. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and start a conversation with every glance. Order your print today and let the story unfold.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 24.4cm (14" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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 moment in time during the chaotic and turbulent period of World War One, specifically in the city of Salonica, now known as Thessaloniki, Greece. The image portrays a young, scruffy Turkish paperboy selling the Paris Balkan Newspaper and the French Echo to British and French soldiers. The soldiers, dressed in their uniforms, are intently focused on the news they are reading, oblivious to the bustling world around them. In the background, two veiled ladies hurry past, their faces covered in accordance with the cultural norms of the time. A Greek priest, accompanied by a Turkish servant, also makes his way through the crowd. The juxtaposition of the various ethnicities and religious groups highlights the multicultural and complex nature of the region. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the world was engulfed in great conflict and empires clashed overseas. The paperboy, selling his wares to the soldiers abroad, symbolizes the importance of news and information during times of war. The hurrying figures in the background add to the sense of urgency and the constant motion of the city. This historical photograph, taken in Thessalonika during the 1st Balkan War (1912-1913), provides a fascinating snapshot of a bygone era. It invites us to reflect on the complexities of the past and the enduring impact of war on individuals and communities.
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