Canvas Print : Lancashire fusiliers
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Lancashire fusiliers
Lancashire fusiliers in a bay of a front trench showing a Lewis gun and wire. Opposite Messines near Ploegstreert Wood, Belgium during World War I in January 1917
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Media ID 4422775
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Fusiliers Lancashire Lewis Messines Trench Trenches Wire Ww 1
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Step back in time with our captivating Lancashire Fusiliers Canvas Print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the trenches of World War I. The brave soldiers of the Lancashire Fusiliers are depicted in a bay, readying themselves for battle with a Lewis gun and barbed wire. This inspiring piece of history comes to life in stunning detail on high-quality canvas, perfect for adding depth and character to any room in your home or office. Embrace the past and bring this piece of heroic history into your space."
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 harsh winter of 1917, as members of the Lancashire Fusiliers take up positions in the front line of a trench near Messines, Belgium. The soldiers are huddled in the protective shelter of a bay, with the ominous presence of barbed wire looming in the foreground. In the center of the image, a Lewis gun, a type of air-cooled machine gun, is readied for action. The Lancashire Fusiliers, part of the British Army's infantry, were among the many brave soldiers who fought in the trenches of the Western Front during World War I. The battle of Messines, fought in June 1917, was a significant engagement in the war, with the British and their allies launching a successful attack against the German forces. However, this photograph was taken during the winter months, when conditions were particularly harsh, with freezing temperatures and heavy rain. The soldiers in the photograph are dressed in heavy winter gear, with greatcoats and woolen hats, as they prepare for the challenges of the front line. Their expressions are focused and determined, a testament to their resilience and courage in the face of the horrors of war. The wire in the foreground serves as a reminder of the constant threat of enemy attack, while the Lewis gun represents the soldiers' ability to defend themselves and their comrades. This photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of trench warfare during World War I, and the sacrifices made by soldiers like the Lancashire Fusiliers in the name of freedom and democracy.
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