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French Front 1916
12 inch gun on railway mounting in action at Maricort, Somme on the French Front in France during World War I in 1916
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Media ID 4431793
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Action Artillery Firing Guns Inch Mounting Somme Twelve Weapon Weapons Ww 1
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring history to life with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring the powerful image "French Front 1916" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this print captures the intensity of the Battle of the Somme during World War I. Witness the raw power of a 12 inch gun on railway mounting in action at Maricort. Our high-quality canvas prints are printed using vibrant, fade-resistant inks and carefully wrapped around thick, sturdy stretcher bars. Hang this captivating piece in your home or office as a conversation starter and a reminder of history's most pivotal moments."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the raw power and intensity of the First World War battlefield during the historic engagement at Maricort, Somme in France, 1916. The image focuses on a 12-inch gun mounted on a railway carriage, its massive barrel jutting out ominously against the muddy, churned-up terrain. The gun's crew, dressed in heavy winter coats and helmets, are intently focused on their task, their faces set with determination as they prepare to fire. The train tracks leading away from the gun suggest that this weapon of war was not only a static fortification but could be swiftly moved to different locations, adding to the versatility of the French artillery arsenal. The First World War marked a significant turning point in the history of artillery warfare, with the introduction of large caliber guns like the 12-inch that could fire shells over long distances and penetrate heavily fortified enemy lines. The Battle of the Somme, which took place between July and November 1916, was one of the largest and bloodiest battles in the history of warfare, with over one million casualties on both sides. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the immense sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides during this pivotal moment in world history. The 12-inch gun, with its immense power and mobility, was a formidable weapon in the hands of the French forces during the Great War. This photograph, taken during the heat of battle, offers a unique glimpse into the raw power and intensity of the war effort on the Western Front.
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