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Canvas Print : Civilians fleeing their village, Oostvleteren, Belgium, WW1
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Civilians fleeing their village, Oostvleteren, Belgium, WW1
Civilians fleeing their village, Oostvleteren, Belgium, after bombing during the First World War. Date: 1915
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints collection, featuring an evocative image from the past: "Civilians Fleeing Their Village, Oostvleteren, Belgium, WW1." This powerful photograph, rights-managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the raw emotion and turmoil of war as civilians flee their homes amidst the chaos of bombing during the First World War (1915). Relive history and add a touch of timeless character to your space with this captivating canvas print. Available in various finishes to suit your style.
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this poignant image from the First World War, a crowd of civilians from the Belgian village of Oostvleteren are seen making their way down a dusty, cobblestone road, carrying their belongings in bags and baskets. The date is 1915, and the scene is one of chaos and desperation as the villagers flee their homes in the aftermath of a devastating bombing raid. The Great War had reached the Flanders region of Belgium, and the small village of Oostvleteren was not spared from the horrors of the conflict. The image captures the sense of urgency and fear in the faces of the civilians, many of whom are young children and elderly people, as they make their way to safety. The destruction of their homes and community is evident in the background, with smoke rising from the village and debris scattered on the ground. The road leading out of the village is filled with refugees, each carrying what they can to start a new life elsewhere. The scene is a stark reminder of the human cost of war and the displacement and suffering it brings. The image is a powerful testament to the resilience and determination of civilians during wartime, as they seek to escape the horrors of the battlefield and rebuild their lives. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the impact of war on civilians and the importance of remembering their stories and experiences. It is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the human side of the First World War and the sacrifices made by ordinary people during a time of unimaginable upheaval.
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