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Mannerheim line WWII
Lieutenant Platan, an officer from Helsinki in command of this sector, points forward into no mans land, explaining Finnish strategy during World War II in Finland
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Explanation Finland Lieutenant Mannerheim Pointing Ww 2 Ww Ii
14"x11" Photo Print
Experience history come to life with Media Storehouse's exclusive range of Photographic Prints from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image captures Lieutenant Platan, a Finnish officer during World War II, explaining his country's strategic stance at the Mannerheim Line. Witness the intensity and determination in his gaze as he points towards no man's land. Each print is produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring history to your home or office. A must-have for history enthusiasts and collectors alike.
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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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In this evocative photograph, Lieutenant Platan, a Finnish officer huddled against the bitter cold of the Finnish winter, stands firmly on the Mannerheim Line during World War II. The Mannerheim Line, named after Finland's wartime leader Marshal Carl Mannerheim, was a defensive fortification system constructed along Finland's eastern border with the Soviet Union. The line was a crucial strategic position for Finland during the Continuation War, which followed the initial Winter War between Finland and the Soviet Union in 1939-1940. Lieutenant Platan, dressed in a heavy winter coat and fur hat, gazes intently into the desolate no man's land, his gloved hand pointing forward as he explains the Finnish defensive strategy to his comrades. The determination and focus in his eyes are palpable, reflecting the fierce resolve of the Finnish soldiers who held the line against the vastly larger Soviet army. The Mannerheim Line was a testament to the Finnish people's resilience and ingenuity in the face of overwhelming odds. Constructed primarily of logs, snow, and earth, the line was a formidable obstacle for the Soviet forces, who suffered heavy losses attempting to breach it. The Finnish soldiers, many of whom were civilians conscripted into the army, fought with courage and tenacity, holding the line for over a year before the Soviets were forced to withdraw. This photograph captures a moment of quiet intensity in the midst of the larger conflict, a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the Finnish people during World War II. The image is a testament to the human spirit and the indomitable will to survive against all odds.
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