Fine Art Print : RFA men with parachute equipment, France, WW1
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RFA men with parachute equipment, France, WW1
Men of the RFA (Royal Field Artillery) with parachute equipment on the Western Front in France during World War One. They are responsible for air observation using kite balloons, and when attacked need to make a rapid descent by parachute. Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 14135626
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
Artillery Balloon Balloons Brave Check Checking Courage Descent Harness Kite Observation Parachute Precautions Rapid Reconnaissance Safety Skilled
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this captivating fine art print from Media Storehouse, featuring Men of the Royal Field Artillery (RFA) during World War One. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases RFA soldiers in France, skillfully handling parachute equipment for air observation using kite balloons. A must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors, this high-quality print brings the heroism and innovation of the past to life.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.9cm (20" x 14.5")
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
Amidst the chaos and danger of the Western Front during World War One, the men of the Royal Field Artillery (RFA) bravely carried out their vital role in providing air reconnaissance for their comrades on the ground. Equipped with kite balloons, these skilled soldiers were responsible for observing enemy movements and relaying crucial information back to their commanders. However, when the unthinkable happened, and their balloons came under attack from enemy fire, these brave men had to act quickly to ensure their safety. Circa 1916, in this evocative photograph, we see a group of RFA soldiers preparing for a rapid descent by parachute. The men are seen checking their harnesses and equipment with meticulous care, knowing that every second counted. The parachute equipment, a relatively new innovation in warfare, would allow them to make a safe descent from the dangerous heights of the balloon, often as high as 5,000 feet. Despite the inherent risks, the RFA soldiers carried out their duties with courage and determination. Their work was essential to the success of the British forces on the Western Front, providing valuable intelligence that helped shape the course of the war. With the enemy always lurking, these men knew that they had to be constantly vigilant, and their quick thinking and bravery saved many lives during this pivotal period in history. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the extraordinary sacrifices made by the men and women of the British armed forces during World War One. It is a testament to their skill, bravery, and determination in the face of unimaginable danger, and a reminder of the importance of safety precautions and equipment in even the most perilous of situations.
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