Fine Art Print : Lancashire fusiliers
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Lancashire fusiliers
Lancashire fusiliers in a bay of a front trench showing a Lewis gun and wire. Opposite Messines near Ploegstreert Wood, Belgium during World War I in January 1917
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Fusiliers Lancashire Lewis Messines Trench Trenches Wire Ww 1
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the brave Lancashire Fusiliers in the trenches of World War I. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the raw reality of trench warfare, with soldiers manning a Lewis gun and barbed wire in the foreground. A poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during this pivotal moment in history, this print makes a powerful addition to any wall. Rights managed through Media Storehouse.
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.
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 37.1cm (20" x 14.6")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time during the harsh winter of 1917, as members of the Lancashire Fusiliers take up positions in the front line of a trench near Messines, Belgium. The soldiers are huddled in the protective shelter of a bay, with the ominous presence of barbed wire looming in the foreground. In the center of the image, a Lewis gun, a type of air-cooled machine gun, is readied for action. The Lancashire Fusiliers, part of the British Army's infantry, were among the many brave soldiers who fought in the trenches of the Western Front during World War I. The battle of Messines, fought in June 1917, was a significant engagement in the war, with the British and their allies launching a successful attack against the German forces. However, this photograph was taken during the winter months, when conditions were particularly harsh, with freezing temperatures and heavy rain. The soldiers in the photograph are dressed in heavy winter gear, with greatcoats and woolen hats, as they prepare for the challenges of the front line. Their expressions are focused and determined, a testament to their resilience and courage in the face of the horrors of war. The wire in the foreground serves as a reminder of the constant threat of enemy attack, while the Lewis gun represents the soldiers' ability to defend themselves and their comrades. This photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of trench warfare during World War I, and the sacrifices made by soldiers like the Lancashire Fusiliers in the name of freedom and democracy.
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