Fine Art Print : Special Constables in tin hats, Illustrated War News, WW1
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Special Constables in tin hats, Illustrated War News, WW1
Ready for air raid duty, three special constables on the home front pose for a photograph in " tin hats." Date: 1917
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Media ID 14206042
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Constable Constables Duty News Raid Raids Special Uniforms
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring three brave Special Constables in their iconic tin hats, ready for air raid duty during World War I. This captivating illustration, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you to the heart of the home front in 1917. Add a touch of history to your space with this evocative and authentic print.
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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, published in the Illustrated War News in 1917, captures the determination and resilience of Special Constables on the home front during World War I. Three brave men, dressed in their distinctive uniforms and donning tin hats as protection against air raids, stand at the ready. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the vital role these volunteers played in safeguarding their communities during the war. The Special Constabulary was formed in response to the increasing threat of German air raids on British soil. These unpaid volunteers supplemented the regular police force, providing an essential service in patrolling streets, guarding key installations, and assisting in civil defense efforts. The tin hats, or steel helmets, were a crucial part of their uniform, offering some measure of protection against the shrapnel and debris that could rain down from the sky during an air raid. The photograph's composition is simple yet powerful. The men, standing in a row, exude a sense of unity and purpose. Their gazes are fixed on the camera, their expressions serious and focused. The tin hats, with their distinctive creases and dents, add a sense of authenticity and grit. The background is blurred, drawing the viewer's attention to the men and their mission. This image offers a glimpse into the daily life of the home front during World War I, a time when ordinary people were called upon to do extraordinary things. The Special Constables, with their tin hats and unwavering commitment, stand as a testament to the courage and resilience of the British people during a time of great upheaval and uncertainty.
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