Fine Art Print : WW1 - Gas attacks near Canadian lines, October 1916
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WW1 - Gas attacks near Canadian lines, October 1916
WW1 - Exploding gas shells used by the Germans near the Canadian front line in Guillemont, France, October 1916. Date: 1916
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Media ID 14221417
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the haunting image of WW1 - Gas attacks near Canadian lines, October 1916. This powerful photograph, rights managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the raw reality of the First World War as exploding gas shells fill the air near the Canadian front line in Guillemont, France. Add this historic print to your collection and bring a piece of history 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.
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 32.1cm (21" x 12.6")
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 haunting image captures the terrifying reality of the gas attacks that took place near the Canadian front lines in Guillemont, France, during October 1916, during the First World War. The photograph depicts the explosive moment as German forces launch a gas attack against the Allied forces. The air is thick with the acrid smell of poison gas as exploding shells fill the sky with a menacing orange glow. The Canadians, dressed in heavy coats and gas masks, are seen huddled together, their faces masked and their expressions a mix of fear and determination. The use of chemical weapons marked a new and brutal chapter in the war, with both sides employing chlorine, phosgene, and mustard gas to gain an advantage on the battlefield. The attack on Guillemont was one of the most intense and costly engagements of the war for the Canadians, resulting in heavy casualties and a significant loss of life. This poignant image serves as a reminder of the horrors of war and the sacrifices made by soldiers during this pivotal moment in history.
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