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An early bomb disposal method to detect unexploded bombs
French soldier holding an electrical induction balance, capable of detecting buried explosive shells. These shells had been causing large numbers of casualties to civilian agricultural workers. The balance causes an audible alarm, which can be heard by the assistant walking behind. Date: 1916
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Agricultural Alarm Assistant Audible Balance Bomb Bombs Brave Buried Capable Casualties Causing Civilian Detect Detecting Disposal Electrical Explosive Heard Induction Method Numbers Shells Unexploded
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Step back in time with our vintage photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an early bomb disposal method in action. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a French soldier skillfully using an electrical induction balance. This innovative device was instrumental in detecting unexploded bombs, a crucial step in preventing further casualties among civilian agricultural workers. Experience history through the power of photography with our high-quality prints, each one a unique addition to your home or office decor. Order now and bring this piece of the past into your present.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.1cm (11" x 6.7")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In the chaotic aftermath of the First World War's bloody battles, the threat of unexploded ordnance continued to pose a grave danger to civilians, particularly those working in agricultural areas. In this evocative photograph from 1916, a brave French soldier employs an early bomb disposal method to detect and neutralize these hidden menaces. The soldier holds an electrical induction balance, a crucial tool in the arduous task of locating buried explosive shells. The device, which caused an audible alarm, was carried by the soldier while his assistant walked behind, ears tuned for the telltale sound. These shells, remnants of the brutal conflict, had been responsible for inflicting large numbers of casualties on unsuspecting civilian agricultural workers. The importance of this pioneering method in minimizing the risk of further harm cannot be overstated. The image captures a poignant moment in the history of bomb disposal, a testament to the courage and ingenuity of those who faced the lingering dangers of the battlefield long after the guns fell silent.
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