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Captured Ottoman Turkish Guns - Iraq, WWI




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Captured Ottoman Turkish Guns - Iraq, WWI

Captured Ottoman Turkish Guns - Basra, Iraq, WWI Date: circa 1917

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Artillery Banks Basorah Basra Basrah Captured Guns Iraq Iraqi Mesopotamian River Bank Ottoman Ww 1


Jigsaw Puzzle (1014 Pieces)

Discover the rich history of World War I with our captivating "Captured Ottoman Turkish Guns - Iraq, WWI" jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intriguing puzzle, featuring an image from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a scene of Ottoman Turkish guns being captured by Allied forces in Basra, Iraq, circa 1917. With every piece you place, you'll be transported back in time to the midst of this significant historical moment. Engage your mind, challenge your problem-solving skills, and bring history to life in a fun and interactive way. Perfect for history enthusiasts, puzzle lovers, or anyone seeking a thought-provoking pastime. Immerse yourself in the past as you piece together this captivating puzzle.

Made in the USA, 1014-piece puzzles measure 20" x 30" (50.8 x 76.2 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 76cm x 48.7cm (29.9" x 19.2")

Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.8cm (29.9" x 20")

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 pivotal moment in the Mesopotamian campaign of World War I, as Ottoman Turkish guns are unloaded from boats and transported along the banks of the Shatt al-Arab River in Basra, Iraq, circa 1917. The Ottoman Empire, allied with the Central Powers, had been in control of Mesopotamia since the early 16th century, but British forces, under the command of General Stanley Maude, had been making steady progress towards Basra since late 1916. The capture of the city in December 1916 marked a significant victory for the Allies and paved the way for the eventual defeat of the Ottoman forces in the region. The Ottoman guns, now rendered obsolete and captured by the British forces, are being transported to a new location along the riverbank. The scene is a testament to the brutal realities of war, as the remnants of the once formidable Ottoman military are now being repurposed by the victors. The river boats, which had been used to transport the guns, are now empty and moored along the riverbank, while the guns themselves are being unloaded and inspected by British soldiers. The Mesopotamian landscape, with its barren terrain and vast expanse of water, provides a stark backdrop to the unfolding events. The capture of these Ottoman Turkish guns marked a turning point in the Mesopotamian campaign, and their transport along the Shatt al-Arab River in Basra was a powerful symbol of the shifting balance of power in the region during World War I.

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