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Framed Print : French Girls welcome the American troops
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French Girls welcome the American troops
from a collection of postcard-sized photographs issued to celebrate the Liberation of Paris between 19th and 26th August, 1944
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Media ID 4401201
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22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, featuring the evocative image "French Girls welcome the American troops" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic postcard-sized photograph captures the historic moment of the liberation of Paris on August 19-26, 1944. Each print is meticulously framed in a style that complements the timeless charm of the image, making it a stunning addition to any home or office. Relive history with this beautiful piece, expertly presented for your enjoyment.
20x16 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 50.8cm x 36.8cm (20" x 14.5")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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 jubilant moment of unity and gratitude as French girls welcome the liberating American troops into Paris on August 25, 1944. The image is part of a collection of postcard-sized photographs issued to celebrate the Liberation of Paris, which took place between August 19th and 26th, 1944. The Second World War had brought immense hardship and suffering to the people of Paris. For over four years, the city had been occupied by German forces, who imposed harsh restrictions and brutalized the population. But on August 19, 1944, the tide began to turn as the Allied forces, led by the United States, began their advance towards the city. As the troops approached, Parisians took to the streets to celebrate their impending freedom. Women and children, many of whom had never seen an American soldier before, gathered to greet them with flowers, kisses, and words of gratitude. The scene in this photograph is a testament to the relief and joy that swept through the city during those historic days. The American troops, many of whom were young and inexperienced, were moved by the outpouring of affection from the Parisians. They had come to liberate a city, but they found instead a people who were eager to rebuild their lives and reclaim their freedom. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity and the power of unity and gratitude to bring people together. It is a moment frozen in time, a moment that symbolizes the end of one chapter in history and the beginning of another.
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