Photographic Print : Hotchkiss Machine Gun
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Hotchkiss Machine Gun
Hotchkiss machine-gun on a parapet mounting, adapted for use as a fortress defence Date: August 1914
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Media ID 14124324
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Defence Fortress Hotchkiss Mounting Parapet Warfare Weapon
12"x8" Photo Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite collection of Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This particular piece showcases a Hotchkiss Machine Gun on a parapet mounting, expertly captured by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Dating back to August 1914, this image offers a glimpse into the past as these formidable weapons were being adapted for use as fortress defenses during World War I. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Add this captivating piece to your collection and relive history in stunning detail.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
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 ominous presence of a Hotchkiss machine gun mounted on a parapet during the early days of World War I, in August 1914. The Hotchkiss machine gun, a significant and iconic weapon of the era, was widely used by various armies during the conflict. In this image, it is adapted for fortress defense, perched atop a stone parapet, ready to repel enemy advances. The mounting, a sturdy and strategic position, allowed for the gun to be easily manned and aimed, providing effective firepower against incoming troops. The fortress, a symbol of protection and resistance, looms in the background, its walls and towers rising high against the sky. The image exudes a sense of tension and anticipation, as the machine gun, poised and ready, awaits the sound of approaching footsteps or the flash of enemy fire. The date, August 1914, serves as a stark reminder of the beginning of a global conflict that would forever change the course of history. The Hotchkiss machine gun, with its unyielding power and presence, became a defining symbol of the new era of warfare, as trench warfare and machine gun fire replaced the traditional clashes of infantry and cavalry. This photograph, a testament to the past, offers a glimpse into the intense and often brutal realities of World War I.
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