Framed Print : French Guns down Boche
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French Guns down Boche
A French pilot uses his machine gun to destroy a German plane
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Media ID 619297
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Boche Destroy Flames Guns Pilot
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection: "French Guns down Boche" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This powerful and evocative image captures the intensity and determination of a French pilot as he engages in aerial combat during World War I. With his machine gun blazing, he fiercely targets a German plane, showcasing the courage and skill of the French Air Force. This framed print is an inspiring and historic piece that adds a touch of adventure and heroism to any space. Bring home this iconic moment in aviation history and relive the thrill of the Great War.
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.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
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 powerful and evocative image captures the intensity and violence of the skies during the First World War. In the foreground, a brave French pilot, clad in his leather flying helmet and goggles, focuses intently on his machine gun as he pursues a German plane in the background. The German aircraft, engulfed in flames, is on its final descent, its wings and tail disintegrating in the fierce battle. The pilot's determined expression and the trail of smoke behind him convey the danger and excitement of aerial combat during this historic period. The year was 1915, and the First World War was in full swing. Airplanes were a relatively new addition to the battlefield, and both the Allied and Central Powers were rapidly developing their aviation capabilities. Dogfights between opposing planes became a common occurrence, with pilots using their machine guns to disable or destroy their enemies. This photograph, taken from the ground, offers a unique perspective on the aerial combat that took place during this time. The flames and smoke rising from the German plane, along with the trail of debris left in its wake, provide a stark reminder of the destructive power of these early military aircraft. The term "Boche" was a derogatory term used by the Allies to refer to the German soldiers and civilians during the First World War. This image, titled "French Guns Down Boche," underscores the intense animosity and hostility that existed between the two sides during this global conflict. Overall, this photograph is a significant historical document that captures the raw emotion and intensity of the First World War in the air. It serves as a reminder of the bravery and determination of the pilots who risked their lives in the skies above the Western Front.
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