Framed Print : British Tommies in German dug-out trenches - WWI
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British Tommies in German dug-out trenches - WWI
British Tommies in captured German dug-out trenches - WWI Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 11550003
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Captured Enemy Infantry Position Positions Rest Resting Tommies Trench Trenches Warfare
18"x14" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring an iconic image of British Tommies in German dug-out trenches during World War I. This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a pivotal moment in history as British soldiers explore an enemy dugout, circa 1916. Add character and depth to your home or office with this historic, framed print, expertly showcasing the determination and resilience of soldiers during wartime. A must-have for history enthusiasts and collectors alike.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 25.6cm (16" x 10.1")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 photograph captures a moment of respite for British Tommies, or soldiers of the British Army, in a captured German dug-out trench during the First World War, around 1916. The image showcases the harsh realities of trench warfare, as these weary infantrymen take a brief break from the relentless fighting that characterized the Western Front. The British soldiers are seen huddled together, some leaning against the damp, earthen walls of the German dugout, while others sit on makeshift wooden crates or rest on their packs. Their uniforms and equipment are a testament to the rigors of trench life - mud-splattered puttees, heavy packs, and gas masks hanging from their necks. The scene is a stark reminder of the tenuous nature of the front lines, where the enemy could be just a few meters away. The presence of the German dugout underscores the constant threat of counter-attacks and the importance of seizing enemy positions for tactical advantage. Despite the grim surroundings, there is a sense of camaraderie among the soldiers, as they share a moment of rest and relief from the horrors of the battlefield. This photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life of the Tommies during the First World War, a time when the outcome of the conflict hung in the balance and the cost of victory was measured in human lives.
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