Fine Art Print : Occupied Germany - Hitchhiking
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Occupied Germany - Hitchhiking
Occupied Germany - Hitchhiking. Date: 1946
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Media ID 14347572
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1946 Forces Hiking Hitching Occupation Occupied Occupying Post War Hitch Hiking Hitchhiking
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this evocative image of Occupied Germany - Hitchhiking. Captured in 1946 by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this powerful photograph offers a poignant glimpse into history. The black-and-white image beautifully conveys the sense of hope and determination as a soldier thumbing for a ride against the backdrop of a war-torn landscape. Add this stunning print to your collection and bring history into your home or office, making for a thought-provoking conversation piece.
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 34cm (21" x 13.4")
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
Occupied Germany - Hitchhiking (1946): A poignant moment of transition in post-war Europe is captured in this evocative photograph. Taken in 1946, the image shows a group of American and British soldiers, clad in their military uniforms, standing by the side of a German road. The soldiers, who were part of the Allied forces occupying Germany following the end of World War II, are hitchhiking, a common practice among soldiers during this time. The scene is a stark reminder of the complex realities of the post-war period. The soldiers, representing the victorious Allied forces, are hitchhiking in a country that was once their enemy. The image underscores the idea of a fragile peace, with the soldiers' presence in Germany a testament to the ongoing military occupation. The photograph also highlights the sense of mobility and freedom that hitchhiking represented for soldiers during this time. Hitchhiking was a practical way for soldiers to travel between bases and explore the unfamiliar terrain of the occupied territories. It was also a way for them to interact with the local population and build relationships, which was essential for maintaining order and promoting reconstruction. Despite the challenges and complexities of the post-war period, the image of soldiers hitchhiking in Occupied Germany offers a glimpse of a moment of human connection and shared experience. It serves as a reminder of the transformative power of war's end and the potential for healing and reconciliation.
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