Canvas Print : Algerian light cavalry escorting captured Germans
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Algerian light cavalry escorting captured Germans
WWI, 1st World War, World War One, World War 1, The Great War
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Media ID 4393640
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11th Algerian Captured Cavalry Escorting Germans
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our striking Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an iconic image of Algerian light cavalry escorting captured Germans during World War I. This evocative piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the battlefields of The Great War with its rich detail and vibrant colors. Perfect for adding historical depth to any room, this canvas print is sure to be a conversation starter. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your home.
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 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
November 7, 1914: Algerian Light Cavalry Escorting Captured Germans in the First World War This evocative image captures a moment in the early days of the First World War, as Algerian light cavalrymen lead a group of captured German soldiers through the North African desert. The date is November 7, 1914, and the location is likely in the region of Algeria, then a French colony. The First World War, also known as the Great War, began on July 28, 1914, when Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia. Over the next four years, the conflict would engulf Europe and much of the world, resulting in the deaths of millions of soldiers and civilians. By the end of 1914, the war had reached Africa, with the French and British launching a series of offensives against German colonies in the region. In Algeria, the French army, which included large numbers of Algerian troops, faced off against German forces in the south of the country. In this photograph, we see Algerian light cavalrymen, dressed in traditional red fezzes and white robes, leading a group of captured German soldiers through the sand. The prisoners, dressed in their military uniforms, are surrounded by their captors, who appear alert and watchful. The image is a poignant reminder of the global reach of the First World War and the role of colonial troops in the conflict. It also highlights the harsh realities of desert warfare, with the arid landscape providing a stark backdrop to the scene. This photograph is an important historical document, offering a glimpse into a little-known aspect of the First World War. It is also a testament to the bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers on all sides of the conflict, as well as the complex and often fraught relationships between colonial powers and their subjects.
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