Metal Print : Illustrated War News - Dog in a trench mortar, WW1
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Illustrated War News - Dog in a trench mortar, WW1
Front cover of the Illustrated War News featuring a photograph of a small dog peering out of the gun barrel of a German trench mortar captured by Canadians on the Western Front. Date: 1917
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Media ID 14169036
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Barrel Canadians Covers Guns Magazines Mortar News Trench
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring history to life with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the iconic image of "Illustrated War News - Dog in a trench mortar, WW1." This powerful photograph, taken in 1917, shows a small dog peering out of a German trench mortar, captured by Canadians on the Western Front. Our high-quality metal prints are not just a decorative addition to your space, but a conversation starter and a reminder of the past. Each print is meticulously printed on a sheet of aluminum, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail that will last a lifetime. Order now and relive the history of World War I in a unique and stunning way.
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
This evocative image graces the front cover of the Illustrated War News from 1917, showcasing a small dog intently peering out from the barrel of a captured German trench mortar. The Canadians on the Western Front had made an unexpected discovery during their advance, bringing a momentary pause to the harsh realities of war. The sight of this canine soldier, seemingly unperturbed by the chaos around him, brought a glimmer of humor and lightness to the grim landscape of the battlefield. The First World War, also known as WWI or the Great War, raged across Europe from 1914 to 1918. The Western Front, a long and relatively stable frontline stretching from the North Sea to Switzerland, was the primary theater of war for the Allied and Central Powers. The use of trench warfare, with its intricate networks of fortifications and tunnels, became a defining feature of this conflict. The Canadians, part of the British Empire's forces, played a significant role in the war, particularly in the Battle of Vimy Ridge and the Battle of Passchendaele. Capturing enemy weapons, including trench mortars, was a common tactic employed by both sides to gain an advantage. This photograph, a poignant reminder of the unexpected moments of levity amidst the horrors of war, offers a unique perspective on the human-animal bond and the resilience of life during the First World War. The Illustrated War News, a popular magazine of the time, captured the public's imagination with its vivid illustrations and compelling stories from the front lines.
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