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Fine Art Print : Belgian Miners Captured By The Germans Near Charleroi, Belgium And Made To March At The Head Of The Column, Which Was Entering The Town, Thereby Using Them As A Human Shield, During Wwi. From The War Illustrated Album Deluxe, Published 1915
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Belgian Miners Captured By The Germans Near Charleroi, Belgium And Made To March At The Head Of The Column, Which Was Entering The Town, Thereby Using Them As A Human Shield, During Wwi. From The War Illustrated Album Deluxe, Published 1915
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Armies Army Belgian Belgium Captured Column Entering Germans Great Human March Marching Miner Miners Prisoner Prisoners Shield Soldier Soldiers Town World Barbaric Charleroi
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This powerful image, titled "Belgian Miners Captured By The Germans Near Charleroi, Belgium," depicts a poignant moment during World War I. The print, originally published in The War Illustrated Album Deluxe in 1915 by Hilary Jane Morgan from Design Pics, captures the raw emotion and historical significance of the event. German soldiers force Belgian miners to march at the head of their column, using them as human shields as they enter the town of Charleroi. This evocative print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, art collectors, and anyone seeking to add depth and character to their home or office decor. Experience the past like never before with this exquisite Fine Art Print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 49.6cm (16" x 19.5")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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 powerful print captures a chilling moment during World War I, showcasing the barbaric tactics employed by the Germans near Charleroi, Belgium. The image depicts Belgian miners who were captured and forced to march at the head of a German column entering the town, effectively transforming them into human shields. Published in 1915 as part of The War Illustrated Album Deluxe, this photograph serves as a haunting reminder of the atrocities committed during wartime. The composition portrays a solemn procession of soldiers marching alongside these captive miners, their faces etched with exhaustion and despair. It is evident that these brave men have been stripped of their freedom and dignity, reduced to mere pawns in an unforgiving game of war. Their presence at the forefront symbolizes both the callousness and strategic cunning exhibited by their captors. As viewers gaze upon this image, they are confronted with conflicting emotions - anger towards those who would exploit innocent lives for personal gain, but also admiration for the resilience displayed by these prisoners amidst unimaginable circumstances. This print encapsulates not only the physical toll exacted on individuals caught in conflict but also highlights humanity's capacity to endure even under dire conditions. Hilary Jane Morgan's caption offers insight into this historical event while emphasizing its significance within our collective memory. Through her words and this poignant visual representation, we are compelled to reflect on past horrors so that we may strive for a more peaceful future.
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