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Army patrol in Malaya, 1957
Photograph of an Army patrol in Malaya, 1957.From an album of photographs covering military and social aspects of army life in Malaya, 1957. Date: 1957
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Media ID 14395150
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1957 Aspects Covering Guerrilla Jungle Loading Malaya Patrol Photograph Rifle Warfare
27x27 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Army Patrol in Malaya, 1957 poster print. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of military life during the late 1950s in Malaya. The rights-managed photograph presents a compelling scene of a dedicated army patrol, showcasing their focus and determination in the face of adversity. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and add depth to your decor while reliving a significant moment in time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
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.
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph from 1957, we witness a determined British Army patrol making their way through the dense jungles of Malaya. The year was pivotal in the Malayan Emergency, a protracted guerrilla conflict between the British military and the Malayan National Liberation Army (MNLA), which aimed for Malaya's independence from British rule. The soldiers, dressed in khaki uniforms and carrying rifles slung over their shoulders, are focused on their mission, their expressions serious and resolute. The leader of the patrol, wearing a peaked cap and carrying a map, scans the terrain ahead, while his comrades follow closely behind, their eyes alert for any signs of danger. One soldier is in the process of loading a rifle, his attention divided between the task at hand and the surrounding jungle. The dense foliage, teeming with life, creates an almost otherworldly atmosphere, with the occasional glimpses of sunlight filtering through the canopy casting dappled patterns on the forest floor. The photograph is part of an album of images that offer a unique insight into the military and social aspects of army life in Malaya during this period. The images capture the daily routines, training exercises, and the challenges faced by the soldiers as they navigated the jungle terrain and engaged in counter-insurgency operations. Despite the inherent danger and hardships, the soldiers' camaraderie and sense of purpose are palpable, as they worked together to maintain law and order and secure the future of British rule in Malaya. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a pivotal moment in history, and the sacrifices made by those who served during the Malayan Emergency.
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