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Framed Print : British troops bivouacked before attack on the Somme, WW1

British troops bivouacked before attack on the Somme, WW1



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British troops bivouacked before attack on the Somme, WW1

The British offensive in the Somme district of France - men of the Warwickshire Regiment bivouacked before an attack in July 1916. Date: 1916

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Media ID 14166114

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Asleep Attack Bivouac Offensive Regiment Resting Sleeping Somme Tommies Tommy Warwickshire Bivouacked Warwicks


18"x14" Modern Frame

Step back in time with our stunning Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the evocative image of British troops bivouacked before the attack on the Somme during World War I. This powerful photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the intensity and determination of the Warwickshire Regiment soldiers as they prepare for battle in July 1916. Add this historically significant piece to your home or office to inspire reflection and honor the bravery of our past. Each Framed Print is expertly crafted with museum-quality materials, ensuring a beautiful and long-lasting display. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your space.

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 35.6cm (16" x 14")

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 the moment of respite for British soldiers of the Warwickshire Regiment during the preparations for the devastating offensive at the Somme in July 1916. The Great War, also known as World War I, had reached its bloody peak on the Western Front, with the Battle of the Somme marking one of the largest and most significant engagements of the conflict. Amidst the harsh realities of trench warfare, these weary soldiers find a brief moment of rest in their bivouac, a temporary encampment used by the military during military campaigns. The scene is set in the rolling hills of northern France, with the soldiers huddled around a fire, some cooking or mending their equipment, while others lie asleep in the grass. The men of the Warwickshire Regiment, affectionately known as the 'Warwicks,' were part of the 15th (Derbyshire Hussars) Brigade, 5th Division, and had been engaged in fierce fighting in the days leading up to this moment. The photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life of the British 'Tommies' during the First World War, a time when the line between rest and combat was often blurred. The soldiers' expressions convey a mix of exhaustion, determination, and camaraderie, as they prepare to face the challenges that lie ahead. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the resilience of those who fought in it.

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