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Patriotism in a British home, WW1
A cosy scene in a British home showing a young man (possibly a wounded sailor?) displaying a Union Jack flag to the rest of his family. His elderly mother looks at it admiringly while a little boy in a sailor suit plays with a toy battleship. The young woman to the right of the picture has her wicker workbox open and appears to be knitting or darning some socks, another patriotic wartime activity.
1917
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Media ID 14235105
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Cosy Darning Elderly Families Jack Knitting Leave Patriotic Patriotism Patriots Sailor
12"x10" Modern Frame
Add a touch of history and patriotism to your home décor with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, titled "Patriotism in a British Home, WW1," captures a heartwarming moment as a young man proudly displays the Union Jack flag to his family. Originally published by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online, this timeless piece is a tribute to the enduring spirit of the British people during wartime. Bring this inspiring scene into your living space and let it serve as a constant reminder of the courage and resilience that defines us all.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. 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 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A Moment of Patriotic Pride: A Cozy Scene of Home and Family in WWI Britain, 1917 In this poignant and evocative photograph from 1917, a young man, possibly a wounded sailor, proudly displays the Union Jack flag for his family in their humble yet cosy British home. The elderly mother gazes at the flag with admiring eyes, her hands folded in her lap, as she takes in the sight of her beloved son, safe if not unscathed, returned from the front lines. The young boy in the sailor suit, playing with a toy battleship on the floor, mirrors the patriotic spirit of the moment, his innocent curiosity a stark contrast to the harsh realities of war. The young woman to the right, with her wicker workbox open, engages in another quintessential wartime activity - knitting or darning socks for the soldiers at the front. Her focused expression and determined posture underscore the resilience and resourcefulness of the British people during this tumultuous time. The warm glow of the fireplace and the simple yet heartfelt scene of family and home provide a comforting reminder of the enduring power of patriotism in the face of adversity. This photograph, taken by the renowned Illustrated London News Ltd and captured by the talented Mary Evans, offers a glimpse into the lives of the British people during WWI, a time of great sacrifice, fortitude, and unity. The Union Jack flag, a symbol of national pride and identity, stands as a testament to the unwavering spirit of patriotism that sustained the British people throughout the war and beyond.
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