Canvas Print : Smokeless Powder 2 of 2
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Smokeless Powder 2 of 2
Gunfire using Vieilles smokeless powder - a vast improvement on normal powder (2 of 2)
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Media ID 619399
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Ammunition Firing Gun Fire Improvement Normal Powder Smokeless Squad Vast Vieilles Weapons
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Smokeless Powder 2 of 2" canvas print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an intriguing image from Mary Evans Picture Library. This evocative photograph transports you back in time to an era of gunpowder evolution, showcasing the significant improvement from traditional powder to the smokeless variety. Experience the thrill of history with every detail brought to life in vibrant colors and stunning resolution on your wall. This premium canvas print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, gun collectors, and anyone with a passion for the past. Embrace the power of history and add this masterpiece to your collection today.
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 photograph captures the significant moment of a military squad preparing to fire their weapons using Vieilles smokeless powder in the late 1890s. A vast improvement over traditional black powder, smokeless powder revolutionized the world of military ammunition and gunfire. The image showcases the squad's meticulous attention to detail as they load their rifles with the new, innovative smokeless powder. The absence of the thick, black smoke that once obscured the battlefield during gunfire is evident, allowing for clearer sightlines and more effective targeting. The historical significance of this photograph lies in the transition from the use of traditional black powder to smokeless powder, which marked a turning point in military history. The adoption of smokeless powder allowed for increased accuracy, longer range, and reduced the amount of time soldiers spent reloading their weapons. The soldiers in this photograph are dressed in their military uniforms, each focusing intently on their task at hand. Their determined expressions and postures convey the importance of the moment and the significance of the technological advancement they are implementing. The title "Vieilles smokeless powder" refers to the French origin of this particular type of smokeless powder. The French military was one of the first to adopt smokeless powder on a large scale, making this photograph an essential addition to any military or historical collection. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing insight into the technological advancements that shaped the world of military weaponry and the pivotal role that smokeless powder played in military history.
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