Poster Print : British and American Troops in Munster, Second World War, 19
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British and American Troops in Munster, Second World War, 19
Photograph showing American infantry of the 17th Airborne Division (on left) and British soldiers of the Sixth Guards Tank Brigade conferring over a map in Munster, Westphalia, 1945. The Guardsmen are riding a Churchill tank
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Media ID 4393091
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1945 Airborne Churchill Conferring Division Guards Guardsmen Infantry Munster Sixth Tank Westphalia
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection of historical poster prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece, "British and American Troops in Munster, Second World War, 1945," is an evocative image of camaraderie and unity. Taken from the esteemed Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed photograph captures a poignant moment as American infantry from the 17th Airborne Division and British soldiers of the Sixth Guards Tank Brigade discuss tactics over a map in Munster, Westphalia, 1945. Add this stunning piece of history to your collection and bring the past to life in your home or office.
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 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the final weeks of the Second World War, as British and American troops came together in Munster, Westphalia, in April 1945. The image shows soldiers from the British Sixth Guards Tank Brigade, riding high atop a Churchill tank on the right, and members of the American 17th Airborne Division, gathered around a map on the left. The scene is set against the backdrop of a war-torn landscape, with destroyed buildings and debris scattered in the foreground. The 17th Airborne Division, a unit of the United States Army, had been dropped behind enemy lines in the Netherlands in September 1944 as part of Operation Market Garden. They had fought their way through Holland and into Germany, eventually linking up with the British forces in Munster. The Sixth Guards Tank Brigade, a part of the British Second Army, had also seen heavy fighting in the European theatre, having taken part in the D-Day landings and the Battle of the Bulge. Despite being from different nations and branches of the military, the soldiers in this photograph are united in their shared mission to bring an end to the war. They are deep in conversation, studying the map and planning their next move. The Churchill tank, a symbol of British military might, looms large in the background, a reminder of the formidable firepower at their disposal. This photograph is a testament to the camaraderie and cooperation that existed between Allied troops during the Second World War. It is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers from both sides of the Atlantic, and the shared commitment to defeating the Axis powers. The image has been sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and is a valuable addition to any collection of historical photographs from the Second World War.
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