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Russian Soldiers with Captured tanks
WW1 - Eastern Front - Russian Soldiers with Captured tanks. These appear similar to early British tanks which saw service on the Western front - perhaps they were captured by German forces there and recycled for us in the East? Date: circa 1917
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Media ID 14189176
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Alexander Meledin
Captured Mechanised Recycled Tank Tanks Warfare
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our captivating Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this iconic image of Russian soldiers proudly posing next to captured tanks on the Eastern Front during World War I. This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into history. The intricate details of the soldiers' uniforms and the rustic texture of the tanks are beautifully brought to life through our high-quality metal printing process. Add this striking piece to your collection and let the history of the Eastern Front come alive in 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 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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 pivotal moment in the history of armored warfare during World War I. The image, taken circa 1917 on the Eastern Front, depicts a group of Russian soldiers proudly posing before a line of captured enemy tanks. The tanks, with their distinctive rounded turrets and slender silhouettes, bear a striking resemblance to early British Mark I tanks that saw action on the Western Front. The intriguing question arises: how did these British-style tanks end up in the hands of the Russian forces? One possibility is that they were captured by German forces during their successful campaigns in the West and later recycled for use on the Eastern Front. This theory is supported by the fact that the German military was known to have captured and studied British tanks during the war, and may have even used captured tanks in their own operations. The mechanized warfare depicted in this photograph marked a significant shift in the nature of battle on the Eastern Front. Tanks, with their ability to traverse difficult terrain and provide mobile fire support, offered a new and formidable threat on the battlefield. The presence of these captured tanks in Russian hands underscores the dynamic and complex nature of the conflict, as well as the far-reaching impact of technological innovation during World War I.
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