Fine Art Print : Great Drumhead Service for soldiers, St. Pauls Cathedral
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Great Drumhead Service for soldiers, St. Pauls Cathedral
Arthur Winnington-Ingram, the Bishop of London, conducting a service in May 1915 from the steps of St. Pauls Cathedral, London, attended by 3000 soldiers. Torrents of rain fell during the ceremony. Date: 1915
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Media ID 14191697
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Arthur Bishop Ceremony Conducting Ingram Pauls Winnington
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the historical significance of this poignant moment with our Fine Art Print of 'Great Drumhead Service for Soldiers at St. Paul's Cathedral' by Arthur Winnington-Ingram, available in the Media Storehouse range. Witness Bishop Winnington-Ingram conducting a service for 3000 soldiers on the steps of St. Paul's Cathedral, London, during May 1915, amidst the torrential rain. This evocative image from Mary Evans Prints Online captures the resilience and unity of the soldiers, making it a truly inspiring addition to any home or office space. Order your Fine Art Print today and bring a piece of history into your world.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 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 42.7cm x 17.7cm (16.8" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 33cm (27" x 13")
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 the history of World War I as Bishop Arthur Winnington-Ingram of London conducts a Drumhead Service for 3000 soldiers on the steps of St. Paul's Cathedral in May 1915. Amid the backdrop of the rain-soaked city of London, the Bishop's uplifted hand and the soldiers' focused gaze create a powerful image of unity and resilience in the face of adversity. The Drumhead Service was a religious ceremony held during wartime to pay tribute to fallen soldiers. Conducted on a makeshift altar covered with a drumhead, the service provided comfort and solace to the soldiers who were far from home and facing the harsh realities of war. The ceremony held at St. Paul's Cathedral was one of the largest of its kind during the war, with thousands of soldiers attending despite the torrential rain. Bishop Winnington-Ingram's presence and leadership during this difficult time served as a source of strength and inspiration for the soldiers. The image of the Bishop conducting the service from the steps of St. Paul's Cathedral, surrounded by the sea of soldiers, is a powerful reminder of the role of religion and spirituality in providing comfort and hope during times of war and hardship. This photograph is an important historical document that captures a significant moment in the history of World War I and the spiritual lives of the soldiers who fought in it. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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