Photographic Print : Crowds in Whitehall, London, waiting for news, WW1
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Crowds in Whitehall, London, waiting for news, WW1
Crowds in Whitehall, London, on Bank Holiday Monday, waiting for news of the declaration of war.
3 August 1914
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Media ID 14121728
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Bank Boaters Crowds Declaration Expectation Monday News Parliament Policeman Speech Straw Tension Waiting Whitehall
12"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our historic photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection.this evocative image captures the atmosphere of anticipation and uncertainty as crowds gather in Whitehall, London, on Bank Holiday Monday, 3 August 1914. Waiting for the announcement of war, the crowd is a sea of white, their outfits a stark contrast against the grey stone buildings. This powerful, evocative image from Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans Prints Online is a must-have for history enthusiasts and those who appreciate the rich visual history of the past. Bring this piece of history into your home and add depth and character to any room.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 30.5cm (8" x 12")
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 evocative photograph captures the palpable tension and anticipation in the air as the crowds of men, women, and children gathered in Whitehall, Central London, on Bank Holiday Monday, 3 August 1914. The sun-drenched summer day belied the gravity of the situation as the nation waited for news of the declaration of war against Germany in the ongoing conflict known as World War I or WWI. The scene is filled with a diverse cross-section of society, all united in their desire to know the fate of their country. The men, many wearing straw boaters and donning their Sunday best, stand with solemn faces, some with hands clasped behind their backs, others leaning on makeshift canes or crutches. Women, dressed in their finest summer hats and dresses, cling to their children or hold parasols to shield them from the sun. In the foreground, a horse-drawn carriage passes by, its driver seemingly oblivious to the historic moment unfolding around him. Nearby, a policeman stands guard, his stern expression a stark contrast to the hopeful and anxious faces of the crowd. The grey stone buildings of Parliament loom in the background, a symbol of the nation's political power and stability, yet seemingly insignificant in the face of the impending conflict. The speaker's platform, where just days earlier Sir Edward Grey had delivered his fateful announcement of war, stands empty, a reminder of the momentous events that had transpired. As the clock ticked on, the crowd grew restless, their collective breath held in anticipation of the news that would change the course of history. This poignant image serves as a powerful reminder of the unity and determination of the British people during a time of great upheaval and uncertainty.
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