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Cemetery Looting 1917
Desperate for metal to make shells, the Germans loot Belgian cemeteries, taking anything that can be melted down for arms
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Media ID 618091
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Belgian Cemeteries Cemetery Desperate Germans Loot Looting Melted Pillage Sacrilege Shells Taking Vandalism Weapons
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this powerful and poignant image from Mary Evans Picture Library. Titled "Cemetery Looting 1917," this evocative photograph captures a grim chapter of World War I history, as German soldiers search for metal to manufacture munitions, leaving behind devastation in Belgian cemeteries. Our high-quality Metal Prints are not just art pieces, they are a testament to history, adding depth and texture to any space with their vibrant colors and long-lasting durability. Order yours today and bring this important piece of history into your home or office.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 61.5cm (16.2" x 24.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
October 1917: A Grave Desperation - The Haunting Image of Cemetery Looting during World War I Amidst the horrors and devastation of the First World War, the desperate need for metal to manufacture weapons took a profoundly disturbing turn. In this haunting image from the Mary Evans Picture Library, we bear witness to the grim reality of German soldiers looting Belgian cemeteries in October 1917. The photograph, titled 'Cemetery Looting 1917,' captures a scene of sacrilege and vandalism as the soldiers, driven by the urgent demand for metal to create shells, ransack the peaceful resting places of the deceased. The graves, once adorned with flowers and crosses, now lie desecrated, their headstones overturned and their contents stripped bare. The historical significance of this photograph lies in the stark contrast it presents between the fragility of life and the brutal realities of war. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during this tumultuous period and the lengths to which humanity was willing to go in the pursuit of victory. The haunting image of 'Cemetery Looting 1917' is a testament to the darker side of human nature and the devastating impact of war on civilians and their loved ones. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of respecting the sanctity of life and the need to remember the past, both its triumphs and its tragedies.
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