Canvas Print : Helsinki fighting WWI
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Helsinki fighting WWI
Soldiers battling the Red troops in Helsinki during World War I
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Media ID 4449761
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Finland Helsingfors Helsinki Ww 1
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
"Bring history to life with the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring "Helsinki Fighting WWI" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image captures the intensity of the battle between soldiers as they fought against the Red troops in Helsinki during World War I. The high-quality canvas print offers vibrant colors and stunning detail, making it a captivating addition to any home or office space. Relive history with this inspiring and intriguing piece of art."
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 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
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 intensity and chaos of the Battle of Helsinki during the Finnish Civil War, which took place towards the end of World War I in 1918. The image depicts Finnish White Guard soldiers fiercely engaging with their Red Army counterparts in the streets of Helsinki, the Finnish capital. The city, then known as Helsingfors in Swedish, was the epicenter of the conflict as both sides vied for control. The First World War had left Finland politically unstable, with tensions between the Russian-speaking population, who favored closer ties with Russia, and the Finnish-speaking majority, who sought independence. In January 1918, the Russian Bolsheviks, led by Leon Trotsky, sent troops to Finland to support the Reds in their fight against the Whites. The Battle of Helsinki, which began on April 6, 1918, was a turning point in the Finnish Civil War. The White Guard, led by General Carl Mannerheim, managed to repel the Red Army's advance, securing Helsinki and ultimately gaining control of the country. The victory came at a great cost, with thousands of lives lost on both sides. This historical photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the Finnish Civil War and the broader context of World War I. It offers a glimpse into the raw emotion and determination of the soldiers involved, as they fought for their beliefs and the future of their nation. The photograph's timeless composition and powerful imagery make it a valuable addition to any collection focused on military history or the history of Finland.
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