Canvas Print : British Tommies in German dug-out trenches - WWI
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British Tommies in German dug-out trenches - WWI
British Tommies in captured German dug-out trenches - WWI Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 11550003
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Captured Enemy Infantry Position Positions Rest Resting Tommies Trench Trenches Warfare
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the striking "British Tommies in German Dug-Out Trenches - WWI" canvas print from Media Storehouse. This powerful, evocative image transports you back in time to the trenches of the Western Front during World War I. Captured from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights managed photograph shows British soldiers exploring a captured German dugout, circa 1916. The intricate details of the soldiers' uniforms and equipment, as well as the worn and weathered trench walls, bring history to life in your home or office. Our high-quality canvas prints are made to order using premium materials, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your decor. Order now and relive history with this captivating piece.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 76.2cm x 48cm (30" x 18.9")
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
This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite for British Tommies, or soldiers of the British Army, in a captured German dug-out trench during the First World War, around 1916. The image showcases the harsh realities of trench warfare, as these weary infantrymen take a brief break from the relentless fighting that characterized the Western Front. The British soldiers are seen huddled together, some leaning against the damp, earthen walls of the German dugout, while others sit on makeshift wooden crates or rest on their packs. Their uniforms and equipment are a testament to the rigors of trench life - mud-splattered puttees, heavy packs, and gas masks hanging from their necks. The scene is a stark reminder of the tenuous nature of the front lines, where the enemy could be just a few meters away. The presence of the German dugout underscores the constant threat of counter-attacks and the importance of seizing enemy positions for tactical advantage. Despite the grim surroundings, there is a sense of camaraderie among the soldiers, as they share a moment of rest and relief from the horrors of the battlefield. This photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life of the Tommies during the First World War, a time when the outcome of the conflict hung in the balance and the cost of victory was measured in human lives.
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