Fine Art Print : American children in England WWII
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American children in England WWII
American children in England during World War II
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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this poignant image of American children in England during World War II. Sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed photograph offers a unique glimpse into history, capturing the spirit of resilience and unity amidst the challenges of wartime. Ideal for personal collections, offices, or educational settings, these premium prints are not only beautiful additions to your space, but also serve as powerful reminders of the past. Experience the power of history in your home or workplace with our exceptional range of Fine Art Prints.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 47.8cm (20" x 18.8")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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
This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in history as American children, dressed in their summer best, gather around a fireplace in an English countryside home during World War II. The scene is a testament to the unique and often overlooked chapter of the war: the story of the thousands of American children who were sent to England as part of the Kindertransport and Evacuee programs. The Kindertransport, also known as the "Kinderstransport," was a rescue mission that brought over 10,000 Jewish children from Nazi Germany, Austria, and Czechoslovakia to safety in Britain between December 1938 and September 1939. The Evacuee program, on the other hand, was an initiative to evacuate children from urban areas in Britain to the countryside to protect them from the bombings and dangers of the war. As tensions rose and war loomed, the United States, which had not yet entered the conflict, offered to send its own children to Britain to help alleviate the burden on the already strained British social services. The American Friends Service Committee, a Quaker organization, played a key role in facilitating the transportation and placement of these children. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the global impact of World War II and the extraordinary efforts made to protect and care for children caught up in its chaos. The children in the image, far from their homes and families, find comfort and companionship in each other, huddled around the fireplace in their temporary English home. Their resilience and determination to carry on despite the hardships of war is a testament to the human spirit and the enduring power of community and connection.
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