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French troops on quayside, Salonika, WW1
French troops of the 84th Regiment halted on the quayside at Salonika (Salonica, Thessaloniki, Greece) during the First World War. Date: circa 1916
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84th Bags Halted Quay Quay Side Regiment Rifles Salonica Salonika Thessaloniki War Time Ww 1
14"x11" Photo Print
Experience history come to life with our exquisite selection of Media Storehouse Photographic Prints featuring "French troops on quayside, Salonika, WW1" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures a moment in time as French soldiers of the 84th Regiment pause on the quayside at Salonika during the First World War, circa 1916. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring a stunning and vibrant representation of this significant historical moment. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and relive the stories of the past. Rights Managed.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 26.1cm (14" x 10.3")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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 a moment in time during the First World War, as French troops of the 84th Regiment come to a halt on the quayside at Salonika (Thessaloniki, Greece), circa 1916. The soldiers, dressed in their distinctive blue and red uniforms, are seen standing at ease with their kit and equipment at their feet. The port city's coastline and the shimmering waters of the Aegean Sea provide a picturesque backdrop to the scene. The French army played a significant role in the Salonika Front, which was the southernmost European theater of the Great War. This campaign, which lasted from 1915 to 1918, was primarily fought against the Bulgarian, Austro-Hungarian, and German forces. The troops in the photograph appear to be taking a brief respite from their duties, perhaps awaiting the next mission or the arrival of supplies. The soldiers' bags and rifles are visible, adding to the sense of readiness and preparedness. The quay, bustling with activity, is a testament to the logistical efforts required to sustain the war effort. The image offers a poignant reminder of the human side of war, as these men, far from home, pause for a moment amid the chaos and uncertainty of the battlefield. This photograph, with its rich historical context, is an essential addition to any collection focusing on the First World War, military history, or the history of Greece. It is a powerful visual representation of the experiences of the soldiers who fought in this often-forgotten theater of the war.
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