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Italians in Albania / 1939
Invading Italians are welcomed by the populace Date: 1939
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Albania Balkans Invading Italians Movement Populace Troop Welcomed
22"x18" Modern Frame
Step into history with our exquisite Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the captivating image "Italians in Albania / 1939" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful photograph showcases an intriguing moment in time, as Italian soldiers are warmly welcomed by the populace of Albania in 1939. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve and enhance the image's beauty, making it a striking addition to any home or office space. Transport yourself back in history with this captivating piece.
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 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of Albania and Italy, as Italian troops marched into the Balkan country in April 1939. The image shows a group of Italians, clad in military uniforms and armed with rifles, making their way through a crowd of local Albanian residents. The populace, many of whom are women and children, appear to welcome the invading soldiers with open arms, some even reaching out to touch their uniforms or offer flowers. The scene is a stark contrast to the tensions and hostilities that had long simmered between the two nations. For years, Albania had been a source of concern for Italy, which saw the small Balkan state as a potential threat to its territorial ambitions. In 1939, Mussolini's regime decided to take action, launching a full-scale invasion of Albania under the pretext of protecting Italian interests and bringing "civilization" to the region. Despite the initial welcoming reception, the Italian occupation of Albania would prove to be a tumultuous and devastating period for the country. Italian rule brought with it widespread violence, forced labor, and cultural suppression, as well as economic exploitation and the displacement of thousands of Albanians. The image of Italians being welcomed by the populace, therefore, serves as a poignant reminder of the complex and often contradictory nature of historical events, and the ways in which the past continues to shape our understanding of the present.
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