Photographic Print : Turkish prisoners, Mesopotamia, WW1
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Turkish prisoners, Mesopotamia, WW1
Turkish prisoners with their British captors, on their way to Baghdad, Mesopotamia (now Iraq), during the First World War. Date: circa 1915-1918
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Captors Desert Iraq Mesopotamia Pith Prisoner Prisoners War Time Ww 1
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Print of Turkish prisoners being led by their British captors during the First World War in Mesopotamia (now Iraq). This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a poignant moment in history circa 1915-1918. Add this authentic vintage print to your collection and bring a piece of historical narrative into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.6cm (11" x 7.3")
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 a poignant moment during the First World War, as Turkish prisoners of war are led by their British captors through the arid landscape of Mesopotamia, now modern-day Iraq. Circa 1915-1918, the Turkish soldiers, dressed in tattered uniforms and helmets, trudge along the sandy path, their faces etched with exhaustion and despair. In contrast, their British captors, clad in pith helmets and khaki uniforms, stride confidently ahead, their expressions unreadable. The desolate desert backdrop serves as a stark reminder of the harsh conditions endured by both sides during the long and arduous campaign in Mesopotamia. The First World War saw the largest number of prisoners of war in history, with an estimated 5.5 million men taken captive. This image offers a glimpse into the human cost of the conflict, as men from different worlds and cultures were brought together under the harsh realities of war time. The Turkish prisoners, once fierce enemies on the battlefield, are now bound together by their shared fate as prisoners of war, their fates uncertain as they make their way to the next stage of their journey.
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