Poster Print : British gun repair, ordnance workshop, WW1
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British gun repair, ordnance workshop, WW1
A British heavy gun in for repair at the gun hospital, an ordnance workshop in Flanders during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918
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Artillery Flanders Guns Heavy Mending Ordnance Repair Repairing Wheel Workshop War Time Weapons Ww 1
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse's exclusive collection of poster prints, featuring an evocative image of a British gun repair during World War 1. This captivating photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to an ordnance workshop in Flanders. Witness the intricate process of mending a heavy British gun, a poignant reminder of the courage and resilience that defined the era. Adorn your walls with this powerful piece of history and add depth to any room. Order now and bring the past to life.
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
This evocative photograph captures the scene of a British heavy gun undergoing repair at an ordnance workshop in Flanders during the First World War. The image, dated between 1914 and 1918, provides a poignant reminder of the relentless effort required to keep the Allied forces' artillery arsenals stocked and operational amidst the chaos and destruction of the battlefield. The gun hospital, or ordnance workshop, was a crucial component of the logistical support network that sustained the British Expeditionary Force during the Great War. Here, skilled technicians and artisans worked tirelessly to mend and repair damaged weapons, ensuring that the heavy artillery could be returned to the front lines as quickly as possible. In the photograph, a team of men can be seen working around the massive gun, which is mounted on a wheeled carriage. The men, dressed in their work uniforms, appear focused and determined as they attend to the intricate details of the gun's repair. The workshop itself is cluttered with tools, spare parts, and other equipment, evidence of the intense activity that takes place within its walls. The setting of the workshop in Flanders, a region in Belgium that was a major battleground during the First World War, adds to the sense of history and significance that the photograph conveys. The gun, with its worn and battle-scarred exterior, stands as a testament to the brutal realities of war and the unwavering commitment of those who worked to keep the Allied forces armed and ready to defend against the enemy.
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