Framed Print : Cossack air squadron, Rostov, Don District, WW1
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Cossack air squadron, Rostov, Don District, WW1
A Cossack air squadron with French Voisin biplanes at Rostov in the Don District, Russia, towards the end of the First World War. Date: September 1918
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Media ID 7199399
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Air Craft Air Field Bi Plane Cossack Crew Rostov Squadron Voisin War Time Ww 1
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Cossack Air Squadron" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection. This historic piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the Don District in Rostov, Russia during the final months of World War I. Witness the bold and fearless Cossack squadron as they proudly display their French Voisin biplanes, a testament to the unexpected alliances and innovations of the war. Add this evocative and intriguing framed print to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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
Amidst the turbulent backdrop of the First World War, a Cossack air squadron stationed at Rostov in the Don District of Russia stands proudly before their French-made Voisin biplanes. The year is 1918, and the end of the war is in sight. The Cossacks, renowned for their fierce horsemanship and military prowess, have now taken to the skies, embracing the latest technology of the age. The photo captures a moment of respite, as the crew gathers around their aircraft on the airfield. The Voisin biplanes, with their distinctive wooden frames and fabric wings, are a testament to the ingenuity of the time. The pilots, clad in leather helmets and goggles, embody the spirit of adventure and determination that defined the era. The Don District, located in southern Russia, was a strategic location during the war. The region was a key battleground, and the establishment of a Cossack air squadron was a significant development. The squadron's alliance with the French further underscores the complex and ever-shifting alliances that characterized the Great War. The scene is one of quiet intensity, as the crew prepares for their next mission. The planes, with their engines idling, are a reminder of the power and potential that lies within their grasp. The Cossack air squadron at Rostov represents a pivotal moment in military history, as the world transitioned from the age of horseback warfare to the era of air power. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and innovations that defined the First World War. It offers a glimpse into a bygone era, where the spirit of adventure and the pursuit of progress drove men and nations to new heights.
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