Photographic Print : British troops bivouacked before attack on the Somme, WW1
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British troops bivouacked before attack on the Somme, WW1
The British offensive in the Somme district of France - men of the Warwickshire Regiment bivouacked before an attack in July 1916. Date: 1916
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Media ID 14166114
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
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11"x8.5" Photo Print
Step back in time with our striking historical photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts British troops of the Warwickshire Regiment taking a moment's respite before the fateful attack on the Somme during World War I. Dated 1916, this rights-managed print offers a poignant glimpse into the past, capturing the determination and courage of the soldiers as they prepared for battle. Ideal for historians, educators, or anyone with an appreciation for history, this print is a valuable addition to any collection. Bring the stories of the past to life with this powerful and moving image.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.1cm (11" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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 the moment of respite for British soldiers of the Warwickshire Regiment during the preparations for the devastating offensive at the Somme in July 1916. The Great War, also known as World War I, had reached its bloody peak on the Western Front, with the Battle of the Somme marking one of the largest and most significant engagements of the conflict. Amidst the harsh realities of trench warfare, these weary soldiers find a brief moment of rest in their bivouac, a temporary encampment used by the military during military campaigns. The scene is set in the rolling hills of northern France, with the soldiers huddled around a fire, some cooking or mending their equipment, while others lie asleep in the grass. The men of the Warwickshire Regiment, affectionately known as the 'Warwicks,' were part of the 15th (Derbyshire Hussars) Brigade, 5th Division, and had been engaged in fierce fighting in the days leading up to this moment. The photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life of the British 'Tommies' during the First World War, a time when the line between rest and combat was often blurred. The soldiers' expressions convey a mix of exhaustion, determination, and camaraderie, as they prepare to face the challenges that lie ahead. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the resilience of those who fought in it.
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