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D-Day Invasion Forces preparation, WW2
D-Day Invasion Forces preparation, WW2.
1944
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Media ID 14385433
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1944 Deck Forces Invasion Margaret Personal Preparation Preparing Rigging Woodyear Wrns
18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
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Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the tense atmosphere of preparation aboard a British warship during the build-up to the D-Day Invasion in 1944. The image, taken in the early 1940s, shows members of the Women's Royal Naval Service (WRNS) carefully navigating the rigging on the deck of a ship, likely one of the many vessels that would carry Allied troops across the English Channel to Normandy, France. The WRNS, also known as the "Wrens," played a crucial role in the war effort, serving in various capacities both at sea and on land. The scene on the ship's deck is a hive of activity, with sailors and soldiers in various stages of readiness. Some are busy with last-minute inspections and maintenance, while others are loading supplies and equipment. The ships in the background are also bustling with activity, their sails hoisted and their decks filled with soldiers and equipment. The women in the foreground, dressed in their distinctive blue uniforms, are focused on their task, their expressions determined and serious. They are a testament to the vital role women played in the war effort, often working in traditionally male-dominated roles and proving themselves to be just as capable and dedicated as their male counterparts. This photograph offers a glimpse into the personal album of someone who was there, a snapshot of a moment in history that would change the course of the war and the world. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and dedication of the men and women who served during World War II, and the crucial role that preparation and planning played in the success of the D-Day Invasion.
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