Canvas Print : Despatch-riders wearing gas-masks under their steel helmets
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Despatch-riders wearing gas-masks under their steel helmets
Two despatch-riders looking at their map at one of the villages on the British front near Salonika. Wearing gas-masks under their steel helmets to protect them against the fumes from Bulgarian gas shells. Date: 1916
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Media ID 14366100
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Transport yourself back in time with our captivating Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this iconic image of despatch-riders from Mary Evans Prints Online. Dressed for battle, these brave soldiers don steel helmets and gas-masks, their focus intently on the map as they prepare to navigate the British front near Salonika during World War I. Each print is meticulously crafted with vibrant colors and high-quality materials, bringing the rich history and detail of this evocative moment to life in your home or office. Add a touch of history and adventure to your space with this inspiring and intriguing canvas print.
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 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the chaotic and treacherous battlefields of the Western Front during World War I, the role of despatch riders took on an even greater significance. In this evocative photograph taken in 1916, two intrepid despatch riders, clad in protective gear, study their map at a village near Salonika. The ominous backdrop of the battlefield underscores the danger they faced every day. The riders, wearing both steel helmets and gas masks, were prepared for the deadly hazards of the war. The steel helmets, a relatively new innovation, offered some protection against shrapnel and other projectiles. However, it was the gas masks that were crucial in the face of the increasingly common use of poison gas by the Bulgarian forces. Despatch riders played a vital role in the war effort, carrying vital messages and documents between commanders and troops. Their motorcycles, often the fastest means of transportation available, were invaluable in the fast-paced and ever-changing nature of the conflict. The riders' ability to navigate the rugged terrain and dangerous conditions made them indispensable to the Allied forces. Despite the risks, the despatch riders remained steadfast in their duty, their unwavering commitment to the war effort a testament to their bravery and determination. This photograph captures a moment of respite, as the riders consult their map and plan their next move, their faces obscured by their gas masks, a stark reminder of the relentless and deadly nature of the war.
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