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Fine Art Print : WW1 - French and German aerial combat, 1916
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WW1 - French and German aerial combat, 1916
WW1 - In aerial combat over Champagne district in France, a German biplane fires at and brings down a French aviator. The damaged aircraft leaves a trail of black smoke as it falls nose-down from the sky. Date: 1916
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Aeronautic Aircrafts Aviator Aviators Biplane Biplanes Champagne Combat Damaged Damages Falling Falls Fires Firing Germans Gunning Hits
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill and intensity of World War I aerial combat with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a pivotal moment in history as a German biplane engages in fierce combat with a French aircraft in the Champagne district of France in 1916. Witness the raw emotion and determination as the German pilot successfully brings down his opponent, leaving a trail of black smoke in the sky. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring the history of WW1 into your home or office.
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 35.5cm (21" x 14")
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
This evocative image captures the intensity and danger of aerial combat during World War I, as a German biplane engages in a dogfight with a French aviator over the Champagne district in France, in 1916. The German pilot, focused intently on his target, releases a burst of bullets from his machine gun, hitting the French aircraft. The damaged French biplane, with its wings and tail askew, trails black smoke as it begins its descent from the sky. The fall is rapid and uncontrolled, the nose of the aircraft dipping towards the ground. This was a common sight during the First World War's aerial battles, as both sides sought to gain the upper hand in the skies. The use of aircraft in warfare was still a relatively new development, and the technology was rudimentary by today's standards. Yet, the pilots involved in these battles showed incredible bravery and skill, risking their lives to gain vital intelligence, disrupt enemy supply lines, and protect their own troops. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human drama that unfolded in the skies above the Western Front, and the sacrifices made during the 1916 campaign.
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