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Cemetery Looting 1917
Desperate for metal to make shells, the Germans loot Belgian cemeteries, taking anything that can be melted down for arms
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Media ID 618091
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Belgian Cemeteries Cemetery Desperate Germans Loot Looting Melted Pillage Sacrilege Shells Taking Vandalism Weapons
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the "Cemetery Looting 1917" poster print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection at Mary Evans Picture Library. This powerful image captures a poignant moment in history, depicting the desperate actions of the Germans during World War I. With metal in high demand for shell production, they resorted to looting Belgian cemeteries, taking anything they could melt down for arms. This evocative print transports you back in time, offering a stark reminder of the harsh realities of war. Add this historic piece to your wall for a thought-provoking conversation starter.
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
October 1917: A Grave Desperation - The Haunting Image of Cemetery Looting during World War I Amidst the horrors and devastation of the First World War, the desperate need for metal to manufacture weapons took a profoundly disturbing turn. In this haunting image from the Mary Evans Picture Library, we bear witness to the grim reality of German soldiers looting Belgian cemeteries in October 1917. The photograph, titled 'Cemetery Looting 1917,' captures a scene of sacrilege and vandalism as the soldiers, driven by the urgent demand for metal to create shells, ransack the peaceful resting places of the deceased. The graves, once adorned with flowers and crosses, now lie desecrated, their headstones overturned and their contents stripped bare. The historical significance of this photograph lies in the stark contrast it presents between the fragility of life and the brutal realities of war. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during this tumultuous period and the lengths to which humanity was willing to go in the pursuit of victory. The haunting image of 'Cemetery Looting 1917' is a testament to the darker side of human nature and the devastating impact of war on civilians and their loved ones. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of respecting the sanctity of life and the need to remember the past, both its triumphs and its tragedies.
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