Poster Print : Howitzer about to fire, Ravin de Proyart, Somme, WW1
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Howitzer about to fire, Ravin de Proyart, Somme, WW1
A 370 mm Howitzer about to fire at Ravin de Proyart, Somme, northern France, during the First World War. Date: 24 June 1916
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Action Artillery Firing Gunner Gunners Guns Heavy Howitzer Somme Weapons Ww 1
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the historical significance of World War I with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Howitzer about to fire, Ravin de Proyart, Somme," showcases a 370 mm Howitzer artillery piece in action during the Battle of the Somme on 24 June 1916. This evocative black-and-white photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings the raw power and intensity of the battlefield to life. Perfect for history enthusiasts, classrooms, or as a conversation starter, these high-quality poster prints are a must-have addition to any space. Order yours today and relive history in vivid detail.
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 the heart of the Battle of the Somme during World War I, a team of French artillerymen prepare for the firing of a formidable 370 mm Howitzer at Ravin de Proyart in northern France. The date is June 24, 1916. The intense focus and determination on the faces of the gunners as they don their helmets and check their equipment is palpable. The heavy gun, a symbol of the Great War's destructive power, looms large in the background, its barrel pointed ominously towards the horizon. The action-packed scene captures the raw energy and intensity of the battlefield, as the men work together to unleash the devastating power of their weapon. The Howitzer, a type of heavy artillery, was a crucial component of the Allied forces' offensive during the Battle of the Somme, which lasted from July 1, 1916, to November 18, 1916. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers on both sides during this pivotal moment in world history.
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