Poster Print : Hit. A photograph taken by a French dragoon showing a fellow soldier struck
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Hit. A photograph taken by a French dragoon showing a fellow soldier struck
A photograph taken by a French dragoon showing a fellow soldier struck by a German bullet while on reconnaissance duty in the Forest of Champenoux. Another soldier is firing at the German snipers from behind a tree. The soldier survived this shoulder wound
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29th Behind Bullet Dragoon Duty Fellow Firing Forest Reconnaissance Shoulder Snipers Struck Survived Wound
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Experience history come to life with the Media Storehouse range of poster prints, featuring the powerful and poignant image "Hit" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative photograph, taken by a French dragoon, captures a moment of bravery and sacrifice as a fellow soldier is struck by a German bullet during reconnaissance duty in the Forest of Champenoux. Bring this historical moment into your home or office with our high-quality poster prints, perfect for adding depth and character to any space. Each print is meticulously produced using vibrant colors and sharp details to ensure a stunning visual representation of this iconic image. Order now and relive history with every glance."
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
This evocative photograph, titled 'A Moment in the Forest of Champenoux: Reconnaissance and Retaliation,' was captured by a French dragoon during the Battle of the Argonne Forest in December 1915. The image depicts a fellow soldier, identified as number 21 of the 29th Regiment, who had been struck by a German bullet during a reconnaissance mission in the dense forest. Despite the seriousness of his shoulder wound, the soldier's determined expression and the presence of another soldier, identified only as 'Comrade,' firing back at the German snipers from behind a tree, suggest that he was not about to give up the fight. The importance of this image lies not only in its historical significance as a visual record of the harsh realities of trench warfare during World War I but also in the human story it tells of courage, resilience, and camaraderie in the face of adversity. Taken on the 7th of December, 1915, this photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides during the conflict. The Forest of Champenoux, located in northeastern France, was a notorious battleground where the dense foliage provided the perfect cover for enemy snipers, making reconnaissance missions particularly dangerous. This powerful image, available through Mary Evans Prints Online, is a testament to the bravery and determination of the soldiers who served in the trenches and the enduring impact of their experiences on the annals of history.
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