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Framed Print : Detraining a Howitzer by moonlight, Palestine, WW1
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Detraining a Howitzer by moonlight, Palestine, WW1
Men of a siege battery at a railhead, detraining a Howitzer by moonlight in Palestine during the First World War. From a drawing by James McBey, war artist. Date: 1914-1918
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Artillery Battery Guns Heavy Howitzer Moon Light Palestine Pulling Railhead Rope Siege Weapon Detraining War Time Ww 1
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Detraining a Howitzer by Moonlight" by James McBey. This evocative image transports you back in time to the Middle Eastern front of World War I. Soldiers of a siege battery are seen in the dim moonlight as they carefully detrain a Howitzer from a train at a railhead in Palestine. The intricate details of the drawing, originally from Mary Evans Prints Online, beautifully capture the dedication and determination of the soldiers in the midst of war. Add this historic piece to your collection and let the story of the past unfold in 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.
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This evocative image captures the quiet determination of men of a siege battery as they detrain a Howitzer by moonlight in Palestine during the First World War. The scene takes place at a railhead, a crucial logistical hub for transporting supplies and weapons to the front lines. The heavy artillery piece, a Howitzer, is carefully unloaded from the train, its massive carriage pulled by ropes as the men work in unison. The moon casts a gentle glow over the desolate landscape, highlighting the stark contrast between the peaceful night and the grim realities of war. The Great War, also known as World War I, raged from 1914 to 1918, and the Middle East, including Palestine, was a major theater of operations. The use of heavy artillery was essential for breaking through enemy lines and gaining ground. The men in this photograph, dressed in their uniforms and working in the dim light, embody the tireless effort and sacrifice required to keep the war effort moving forward. The drawing, by war artist James McBey, captures the mood and atmosphere of the scene with remarkable detail and nuance. The image is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the unrelenting nature of military logistics. The detraining of a single Howitzer by moonlight may seem like a small moment in the grand scheme of things, but it represents the countless hours of labor and dedication that went into ensuring the success of the Allied forces in the Middle East during World War I.
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