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Poster Print : Crowd in Whitehall, near Downing Street, WW1
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Crowd in Whitehall, near Downing Street, WW1
A crowd in Whitehall, London, near Downing Street, on 3 August 1914, at the start of the First World War.
1914
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Media ID 23079030
© The John Barrett Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Crowds Downing Start Whitehall
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from The John Barrett Collection at Media Storehouse. This evocative poster print depicts a historic crowd scene in Whitehall, London, captured near Downing Street on the fateful day of August 3, 1914. As the First World War began, the streets of the British capital filled with people seeking news, unity, and a sense of purpose. This powerful image from the Mary Evans Picture Library, available exclusively through Media Storehouse, is a poignant reminder of a pivotal moment in history. Bring this piece of the past into your home or office and let the story unfold.
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the mood of uncertainty and apprehension that gripped London's Whitehall district on the fateful day of August 3, 1914, as the First World War began. The crowd in this image, estimated to number in the thousands, had gathered near Downing Street, the heart of British political power, to await news of their country's involvement in the impending conflict. The men and women in the crowd, dressed in their Sunday best, appear somber and serious, their faces etched with concern and determination. Some cling to their hats or hold onto their children, while others lean in to listen intently to the speakers on makeshift platforms. The atmosphere is one of solidarity and resolve, as the British people prepared to face the challenges of the war that lay ahead. The scene is further enhanced by the backdrop of the ornate architecture of Whitehall, with its grand columns and intricate details, standing in stark contrast to the simple, yet determined, faces of the crowd. The photograph offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history, as the people of London came together to support their country in its darkest hour. This image, taken from The John Barrett Collection at Mary Evans Picture Library, is a poignant reminder of the spirit of unity and resilience that defined the British people during the First World War. It serves as a powerful testament to the enduring human capacity to come together in times of crisis and to face the unknown with courage and determination.
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