Canvas Print : French Bastion Du Mat
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French Bastion Du Mat
French troops strengthening their fortifications at the Bastion du Mat
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Media ID 4379551
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1855 Bastion Crimean Fortifications Sebastopol Strengthening
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the historic beauty of the past into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This stunning image, "French Bastion Du Mat" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the determination and fortitude of French troops as they strengthen their fortifications. The intricate details of their uniforms and the imposing bastion walls are brought to life with our premium canvas material and high-definition printing technology. Add this captivating piece to your collection and relive history in vibrant colors and textures."
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
This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in the Crimean War as French troops diligently work on strengthening the Bastion du Mat in Sebastopol, Russia, during the summer of 1855. The Crimean War, which lasted from 1853 to 1856, was a significant European conflict marked by the alliance between the British, French, and Ottoman Empires against Russia. The siege of Sebastopol, the major port city in the Crimean Peninsula, was a crucial part of the war, with both sides vying for control of the strategic Black Sea port. In this photograph, French soldiers can be seen laboring to fortify the Bastion du Mat, a key defensive position in the city's fortifications. The bastion, a type of fortification designed to protect against artillery fire, is shown with its distinctive star-shaped design, and the soldiers work tirelessly to repair and reinforce its walls. The scene is one of intense focus and determination, as the troops understand the importance of their work in the larger context of the war. The summer of 1855 was a critical time in the siege of Sebastopol, with the French and British forces making significant gains against the Russian defenders. The Bastion du Mat was a key target for the Allied forces, as it commanded a strategic position overlooking the harbor and the city. The successful capture of the bastion would significantly weaken the Russian defenses and pave the way for the eventual fall of Sebastopol. This photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of war, with the soldiers working under the hot summer sun, their faces etched with the grime and sweat of their labor. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the men and women who fought in the Crimean War, and the importance of fortifications in the history of military strategy.
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