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Fine Art Print : World War I 1914-1918: Windmill destroyed by German shellfire. Barbed wire defences in foreground
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World War I 1914-1918: Windmill destroyed by German shellfire. Barbed wire defences in foreground
World War I 1914-1918: Windmill destroyed by German shellfire. Barbed wire defences in foreground. France World War I. From Le Flambeau, Paris, September 1915
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Media ID 9786845
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1914 1918 1915 Defences Destroyed Flambeau Foreground German Paris September Windmill Wire Barbed Shellfire
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints and experience the poignant history of World War I. This powerful image captures the devastating impact of the conflict, with a windmill reduced to ruins by German shellfire and barbed wire defenses stretching out in the foreground. Originally published in Le Flambeau, Paris in September 1915, this rare and evocative photograph from Universal Images Group (UIG) is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Bring the past to life in your home or office with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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 poignant print captures the devastating impact of World War I on the French countryside. Taken in September 1915, it showcases a once majestic windmill reduced to ruins by relentless German shellfire. The destruction is evident as debris litters the ground and only remnants of the windmill's structure remain standing. In the foreground, we see a stark reminder of the defensive measures employed during this brutal conflict - barbed wire defences stretching across the landscape. These entanglements symbolize both protection and confinement, illustrating how soldiers on both sides were trapped within their own fortified positions. The image serves as a powerful testament to the destructive force unleashed upon France during those tumultuous years from 1914 to 1918. It encapsulates not only physical devastation but also represents shattered dreams and lives lost in battle. Originally published in Le Flambeau, Paris, this photograph offers us a glimpse into one small corner of an immense global conflict that forever changed history. It reminds us of the sacrifices made by countless individuals who fought bravely amidst unimaginable horrors. As we reflect upon this haunting image, let us remember those who endured such hardships and honor their memory by striving for peace in our world today.
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