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Lewis gunners 1918
British Lewis gunners of the 12th Royal Scots wearing box respirators in action in a front line trench during a gas attack on the Western Front in France during World War I in June 1918
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12th Action Attack Gunner Gunners Guns Lewis Mask Masks Respirators Scots Trench Trenches Warfare Ww 1
14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Print of "Lewis gunners 1918" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image captures the bravery and determination of British soldiers as they man their Lewis guns in a front line trench during a gas attack on the Western Front in France during World War I in June 1918. Dressed in box respirators, these 12th Royal Scots gunners are ready to defend against the enemy with unwavering resolve. Bring this piece of history into your home or office as a striking conversation starter or a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during wartime. Order now and relive the past with this beautifully printed photograph.
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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) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the raw intensity of trench warfare on the Western Front during World War I, as British Lewis gunners of the 12th Royal Scots bravely defend against a gas attack in June 1918. The soldiers, wearing distinctive box respirators, are expertly maneuvering their Lewis guns, a type of air-cooled, water-cooled Vickers machine gun that became famous for its versatility and reliability in the harsh conditions of the trenches. The scene is set in a front line trench, the mud-splattered parapet and the jagged, cratered landscape in the background serving as stark reminders of the brutal reality of the battlefield. The soldiers' determined expressions and focused body language convey the sense of urgency and danger that was a constant presence during this period of intense fighting. The use of gas masks, a response to the devastating effects of chemical weapons, underscores the innovative and adaptive nature of the soldiers' tactics in the face of new and evolving threats. The 12th Royal Scots, a part of the 1st Battalion, were a key component of the British Expeditionary Force, and their bravery and resilience during this pivotal moment in the war helped to turn the tide in favor of the Allies. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers during World War I, and serves as an important historical record of the ingenuity, courage, and determination that characterized the fighting on the Western Front. The image is a testament to the enduring legacy of those who served, and the lessons that can be learned from the complex and often harrowing history of modern warfare.
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