Photographic Print : Passed by the Censor
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Passed by the Censor
Officers of an unknown battalion and regiments pose for their official photograph. Nobody can see who they are however as they are all wearing gas masks. Consequently, the overly zealous censor of World War One is perfectly happy with this particular image
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Media ID 4397991
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Censor Masks Passed Pose Zealous
14"x11" Photo Print
Discover the intrigue of history with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Prints, featuring the captivating image "Passed by the Censor" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative photograph transports you back in time, as unidentified officers from various battalions and regiments don their gas masks for a serious and official portrait. Despite the obscured faces, the sense of camaraderie and preparation for duty shines through. Add this unique print to your collection and ignite conversations about the unknown stories behind the image. Order now and bring a piece of historical mystery into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 25.2cm (14" x 9.9")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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
Passed by the Censor: An Unidentified Gathering of Gas-Masked Officers in the Midst of World War One (1916) This intriguing photograph captures a group of officers from an unknown battalion and regiment, all dressed in their military uniforms and donning gas masks, as they pose for their official wartime photograph. The year is 1916, and the First World War rages on, with the use of poison gas becoming increasingly prevalent on the battlefields of Europe. The image is particularly noteworthy due to the fact that the overly zealous censor of the time, who was responsible for reviewing and approving all photographs intended for public consumption during the war, found no issue with this particular image. The reason for the censor's approval lies in the fact that the officers' faces are obscured by their gas masks, making it impossible to identify them and potentially reveal sensitive information. The photograph offers a unique glimpse into the daily life of soldiers during this period, as they prepared for the unknown dangers that awaited them on the battlefield. The use of gas masks became a necessary precaution, as the war saw the first large-scale use of poison gas, such as chlorine and mustard gas, which caused widespread panic and devastation. Despite the grim reality of the situation, the officers in this photograph maintain a sense of composure and order, as they stand at attention, ready for their photograph to be taken. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers during World War One and the lengths to which they went to protect themselves and their comrades on the battlefield.
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