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Battle of Passchendale
60 pounder guns in action near Langemarck, Belgium in the first Battle of Passchendale during World War I on 12th October 1917
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Desolation Guns Langemarck Passchendaele Passchendale Pounder Ypres Ww 1
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the raw power and intensity of history with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this striking image of the Battle of Passchendale by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the 60-pounder guns in action near Langemarck, Belgium during the first Battle of Passchendale on 12th October 1917. This captivating print brings the past to life, transporting you to the heart of the battlefield. Perfect for adding depth and character to any room, this fine art print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 photograph captures the raw power and devastation of the First Battle of Passchendale, fought near Langemarck, Belgium on October 12, 1917, during World War I. In the foreground, a team of soldiers from the British Expeditionary Force prepare to fire a 60-pounder gun, its massive barrel jutting out ominously against the desolate and muddy battlefield. The gun's crew, dressed in heavy coats and mud-splattered uniforms, work diligently to load the weapon, oblivious to the horrors that surround them. The battle of Passchendale, also known as the Third Battle of Ypres, was one of the costliest battles in World War I, with over 275,000 casualties on both sides. The battlefield, a once beautiful and fertile region of Flanders, was transformed into a desolate and muddy wasteland, a testament to the brutal and destructive nature of modern warfare. The 60-pounder gun, a mainstay of the British artillery during the war, was a formidable weapon, capable of firing a 60-pound shell over a mile. Its thunderous roar and devastating explosive power were a common feature of the Western Front, as both sides sought to gain the upper hand in the brutal stalemate that characterized the war. This photograph, taken during the early stages of the battle, offers a glimpse into the harsh and unforgiving reality of trench warfare. The soldiers in the photograph, along with countless others, would face unimaginable hardships and horrors in the days and weeks to come, as the battle raged on and the death toll mounted. The First Battle of Passchendale would ultimately end in a strategic victory for the Allies, but at a terrible cost. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the men and women who fought in the Great War, and the enduring impact of war on the human spirit.
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