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Fine Art Print : WWI: French refugees from the city of Rheims
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WWI: French refugees from the city of Rheims
Vintage World War One photograph -
WWI: French refugees from the city of Rheims
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Media ID 23436242
Conflict Defeat First Global Victory
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection of WWI Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, "French refugees from the city of Rheims," taken by an unknown photographer, transports you to a pivotal moment in history. Amid the chaos and hardship of war, the resilience and determination of the human spirit shines through in this vintage World War One photograph. Add this powerful piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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 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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant vintage photograph captures a poignant moment in the history of World War I, as French refugees from the besieged city of Rheims make their way through the muddy streets, carrying their meager belongings on their backs. The city, located in northern France, had been a major target for German forces during the early months of the war, and by 1914, it had been heavily bombarded and was on the verge of falling to the enemy. The image, taken in 1914 or 1918, is a stark reminder of the human cost of the global conflict that raged across Europe and beyond from 1914 to 1918. The First World War was a complex and devastating conflict that involved the armies of Britain, France, Germany, Russia, Japan, and the United States, among others. The war began as a result of a complex web of alliances and tensions between the major European powers, and quickly escalated into a global conflict that saw millions of soldiers and civilians caught up in the fighting. The refugees in this photograph are just a small part of the millions of people who were displaced by the war. Many more would follow in their footsteps as the fighting spread across Europe and beyond. The soldiers in the background, dressed in their uniforms and carrying their weapons, offer a grim reminder of the ongoing battle that was raging just beyond the frame of the photograph. Despite the hardships and suffering depicted in this image, there was also hope for a better future. The war would eventually come to an end, and the victorious Allied powers would work to rebuild the shattered cities and communities of Europe. The legacy of the First World War would shape the course of history for decades to come, and this photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices and struggles that defined the war and its aftermath.
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