Poster Print : Ben Tillett looking at a British howitzer, France, WW1
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Ben Tillett looking at a British howitzer, France, WW1
Ben Tillett, socialist politician and trade union leader, looking at a British howitzer on the Western Front in France during World War One. Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 14134914
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
Artillery Guns Heavy Howitzer Mounted Socialist Track Weapon Weapons
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the rich history of World War One with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image features Ben Tillett, a prominent socialist politician and trade union leader, as he examines a British howitzer on the Western Front in France. Drawn from the archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, this evocative photograph transports you back in time to the heart of the conflict. Add this inspiring and thought-provoking poster to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office. Perfect for history enthusiasts, educators, and anyone with an appreciation for the past, this poster is sure to make a lasting impression. Rights Managed. Circa 1916.
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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
In this evocative image from the First World War, Ben Tillett, a prominent British socialist politician and trade union leader, gazes intently at a British howitzer artillery piece on the Western Front in France. The year is circa 1916, and the Great War rages on around them. Tillett's visit to the front lines underscores the importance of the working class in the war effort, as well as the solidarity between the British and French peoples in their shared struggle against the Central Powers. The howitzer, a track-mounted, heavy gun, looms large in the background, a testament to the destructive power of modern warfare. Its ominous presence serves as a reminder of the devastating consequences of the conflict, which claimed the lives of millions and left countless more wounded or displaced. Tillett's expression is one of contemplation and determination, reflecting the complex emotions experienced by those who witnessed the horrors of the war firsthand. As a socialist and trade union leader, he would have been acutely aware of the sacrifices being made by the working class, both on the battlefield and at home. His visit to the front lines likely served to strengthen his resolve in advocating for the rights and welfare of the working people, both during and after the war. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the historical context of the First World War, providing a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by ordinary people during a time of unparalleled global conflict.
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