Fine Art Print : British troops bivouacked before attack on the Somme, WW1
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British troops bivouacked before attack on the Somme, WW1
The British offensive in the Somme district of France - men of the Warwickshire Regiment bivouacked before an attack in July 1916. Date: 1916
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Media ID 14166114
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this evocative Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring British troops of the Warwickshire Regiment taking a moment of respite before the fateful attack on the Somme in July 1916. Captured by Mary Evans Prints Online, this poignant image offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of life on the Western Front during World War I. Add this historical masterpiece to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 the moment of respite for British soldiers of the Warwickshire Regiment during the preparations for the devastating offensive at the Somme in July 1916. The Great War, also known as World War I, had reached its bloody peak on the Western Front, with the Battle of the Somme marking one of the largest and most significant engagements of the conflict. Amidst the harsh realities of trench warfare, these weary soldiers find a brief moment of rest in their bivouac, a temporary encampment used by the military during military campaigns. The scene is set in the rolling hills of northern France, with the soldiers huddled around a fire, some cooking or mending their equipment, while others lie asleep in the grass. The men of the Warwickshire Regiment, affectionately known as the 'Warwicks,' were part of the 15th (Derbyshire Hussars) Brigade, 5th Division, and had been engaged in fierce fighting in the days leading up to this moment. The photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life of the British 'Tommies' during the First World War, a time when the line between rest and combat was often blurred. The soldiers' expressions convey a mix of exhaustion, determination, and camaraderie, as they prepare to face the challenges that lie ahead. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the resilience of those who fought in it.
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