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Soldier in Barbed Wire
The Most Unkindest Cut of All - A British Tommy struggling to force his way through an entanglement of barbed wire, comes across the trophy of a German helmet
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Media ID 4362389
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10192886
Barbed Struggling Tommy Trenches Trophy Wire Entanglement Ww 1
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 19.4cm x 23.7cm (7.6" 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
This powerful print captures a poignant moment from World War I, depicting a British Tommy soldier struggling to force his way through a tangled web of barbed wire. The soldier's determined expression and the stark contrast between the harsh metal wire and the soft earth beneath him convey the brutal reality of trench warfare.
As he pushes forward, the soldier comes across a grim trophy - a German helmet perched atop the barbed wire. This haunting image serves as a reminder of the human cost of war and the sacrifices made by those who fought on both sides.
The title "The Most Unkindest Cut of All" adds another layer of depth to this already evocative scene, referencing Shakespeare's Julius Caesar and highlighting the tragic nature of conflict. In 1917, during one of history's most tumultuous periods, events like these were all too common in the trenches.
This historical photograph is not just a snapshot from the past; it is a window into an era defined by struggle, sacrifice, and resilience. It serves as a testament to the bravery and endurance of soldiers like this British Tommy who faced unimaginable challenges on foreign lands far from home.
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