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Fine Art Print : Wilhelm II Battery, Knocke sur Mer, Belgium
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Wilhelm II Battery, Knocke sur Mer, Belgium
Wilhelm II Battery, Knocke sur Mer, Belgium - entrance and view of the first gun. Date: circa 1919
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Media ID 23047618
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Artillery Barrel Barrels Battery Concrete Flagpole Guns Postwar Wilhelm 1919
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history of the past with our exquisite Wilhelm II Battery, Knocke sur Mer, Belgium Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you back in time to circa 1919. Witness the grandeur of the entrance and the first gun of this historic battery, a poignant reminder of a bygone era. Our Fine Art Prints are rights managed, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity for your home or office. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your space.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33.3cm (21" x 13.1")
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.
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Wilhelm II Battery, Knocke sur Mer, Belgium: A Glimpse into the Past of the Great War's Coastal Fortifications This evocative photograph captures the entrance and the first gun of the Wilhelm II Battery, located in Knocke sur Mer, Belgium, circa 1919. The image offers a poignant reminder of the enduring legacy of the First World War, with its powerful display of German military might and the somber atmosphere of the postwar era. The concrete fortifications, which housed the massive artillery pieces, were a crucial part of the defensive line along the Belgian coast during the war. The imposing structure, with its flagpole proudly flying the German flag, stands as a testament to the military strategies and tensions that shaped the European landscape during this tumultuous period. The image features the first gun of the battery, with its barrels resting on the ground, as if ready for action. The intricate details of the gun's design and the surrounding fortifications are clearly visible, offering a glimpse into the engineering prowess and military planning of the time. The entrance to the battery, with its worn and weathered appearance, adds to the sense of history and the passage of time. The flags, though faded and worn, still manage to convey a sense of pride and determination, reminding us of the complex and often conflicting emotions that marked the end of the Great War. This photograph, with its powerful imagery and historical significance, serves as a poignant reminder of the impact of the First World War on the European landscape and the enduring legacy of its military structures.
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