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British gun repair, ordnance workshop, WW1
A British heavy gun in for repair at the gun hospital, an ordnance workshop in Flanders during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints collection, featuring an evocative image of a British gun repair in progress during the First World War. This captivating photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to an ordnance workshop in Flanders, where a heavy British gun is undergoing meticulous restoration. The atmosphere is thick with history as skilled artisans work diligently to ensure the weapon's readiness for the front lines. Bring this powerful reminder of bravery and resilience into your home or office with our premium Canvas Prints, expertly printed on high-quality canvas and coated with a protective, archival-grade finish for lasting beauty and durability. Experience the magic of history in your living space.
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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This evocative photograph captures the scene of a British heavy gun undergoing repair at an ordnance workshop in Flanders during the First World War. The image, dated between 1914 and 1918, provides a poignant reminder of the relentless effort required to keep the Allied forces' artillery arsenals stocked and operational amidst the chaos and destruction of the battlefield. The gun hospital, or ordnance workshop, was a crucial component of the logistical support network that sustained the British Expeditionary Force during the Great War. Here, skilled technicians and artisans worked tirelessly to mend and repair damaged weapons, ensuring that the heavy artillery could be returned to the front lines as quickly as possible. In the photograph, a team of men can be seen working around the massive gun, which is mounted on a wheeled carriage. The men, dressed in their work uniforms, appear focused and determined as they attend to the intricate details of the gun's repair. The workshop itself is cluttered with tools, spare parts, and other equipment, evidence of the intense activity that takes place within its walls. The setting of the workshop in Flanders, a region in Belgium that was a major battleground during the First World War, adds to the sense of history and significance that the photograph conveys. The gun, with its worn and battle-scarred exterior, stands as a testament to the brutal realities of war and the unwavering commitment of those who worked to keep the Allied forces armed and ready to defend against the enemy.
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