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Canvas Print : Tank trapped in mud of Flanders, WW1
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Tank trapped in mud of Flanders, WW1
A tank stuck in the mud by the side of the Fampoux Road on the Western Front, a victim of the treacherous, waterlogged conditions Date: 1918
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Media ID 14168307
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Conditions Flanders Muddy Stuck Tank Tanks Trapped Treacherous Waterlogged
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Experience the history come alive with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring the poignant image of a tank trapped in the mud of Flanders, WW1. This powerful and moving Rights Managed image from Mary Evans Prints Online captures the harsh realities of the Western Front during the First World War. The image, dated 1918, shows a tank stranded by the side of the Fampoux Road, a victim of the treacherous, waterlogged conditions. Our high-quality canvas prints bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of the original image, making it a stunning addition to any home or office space. Relive history with this unique and 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 Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the stark reality of the muddy landscapes of the Western Front during World War I. Taken in 1918 near the Fampoux Road in Flanders, Belgium, the image shows a British Mark IV tank, one of the iconic machines of the war, trapped in the treacherous, waterlogged conditions. The tank, a symbol of the modernity and technological advancement of the time, lies helplessly by the side of the road, its treads sunk deep into the thick, clinging mud. The First World War was marked by some of the most atrocious weather conditions ever experienced in a major conflict. The prolonged rainfall and poor drainage systems turned large parts of the battlefields into quagmires, making it almost impossible for troops and vehicles to move. The tanks, which were designed to traverse difficult terrain and provide a decisive advantage, were not immune to the effects of the mud. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of trench warfare and the challenges faced by soldiers on both sides during the Great War. It also underscores the importance of logistics and infrastructure in military operations and the impact of the environment on the outcome of battles. The tank, a symbol of power and progress, reduced to a static, immovable object, serves as a humbling reminder of the unpredictable nature of war and the tenuous balance between man and machine.
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