Mouse Mat : Duke of Connaught and Marshal Foch, London
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Duke of Connaught and Marshal Foch, London
Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught (1850-1942) meeting Marshal Ferdinand Foch (1851-1929), General in the French Army, at Charing Cross Station, London, probably on the way to a conference at Chequers. Date: circa 1921
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Arthur Charing Chequers Conference Connaught Diplomacy Foch Marshal Meeting Over Coat 1921
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.8cm x 23.7cm (7" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
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
In this evocative photograph, taken at Charing Cross Station in London around 1921, we witness a historic meeting between two great military figures of the early 20th century: Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught, and Marshal Ferdinand Foch. The Duke, dressed in his full royal uniform, complete with a distinctive cap adorned with a plume, greets Marshal Foch, who is resplendent in his French Army overcoat and cap. The Duke of Connaught, born in 1850, was the third son of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. He served in the British Army and held various military and diplomatic roles throughout his long life. Marshal Foch, born in 1851, was a renowned French military commander who played a crucial role in the Allied victory in World War I. The two men are likely meeting at Charing Cross Station on their way to a conference at Chequers, the country residence of the British Prime Minister. The photograph captures the diplomatic spirit of the post-war era, as the Duke and Marshal Foch exchange pleasantries before embarking on important discussions that would shape the political landscape of Europe in the 1920s. The railway station, bustling with activity, serves as a backdrop to this significant moment in history. The Duke and Marshal Foch, both in their distinctive uniforms, stand out against the crowd, underscoring their unique status as royalty and military leaders. The photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of diplomacy and international relations in the aftermath of the Great War.
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