Poster Print : British troops bivouacked before attack on the Somme, WW1
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British troops bivouacked before attack on the Somme, WW1
The British offensive in the Somme district of France - men of the Warwickshire Regiment bivouacked before an attack in July 1916. Date: 1916
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Media ID 14166114
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of historic poster prints, featuring this evocative image of British troops bivouacked before the attack on the Somme during World War I. Dated 1916, this powerful photograph captures the intensity and determination of the soldiers of the Warwickshire Regiment as they prepare for the fateful battle. This rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online is an essential addition to any history or military-themed collection, offering a poignant glimpse into the past. Immerse yourself in history and bring a piece of World War I into your home or office with this authentic and moving poster print.
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 moment of respite for British soldiers of the Warwickshire Regiment during the preparations for the devastating offensive at the Somme in July 1916. The Great War, also known as World War I, had reached its bloody peak on the Western Front, with the Battle of the Somme marking one of the largest and most significant engagements of the conflict. Amidst the harsh realities of trench warfare, these weary soldiers find a brief moment of rest in their bivouac, a temporary encampment used by the military during military campaigns. The scene is set in the rolling hills of northern France, with the soldiers huddled around a fire, some cooking or mending their equipment, while others lie asleep in the grass. The men of the Warwickshire Regiment, affectionately known as the 'Warwicks,' were part of the 15th (Derbyshire Hussars) Brigade, 5th Division, and had been engaged in fierce fighting in the days leading up to this moment. The photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life of the British 'Tommies' during the First World War, a time when the line between rest and combat was often blurred. The soldiers' expressions convey a mix of exhaustion, determination, and camaraderie, as they prepare to face the challenges that lie ahead. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the resilience of those who fought in it.
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