Poster Print : Russian prisoners 1915
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Russian prisoners 1915
Russian prisoners are conveyed to the rear in waggons, having been captured during the Gorlice-Tarnow Offensive, during which German forces made rapid progress as the Russian lines collapsed
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Media ID 4403679
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Offensive Prisoners Waggons Gorlice Tarnow Ww 1
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our captivating selection of historical poster prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece, "Russian Prisoners 1915," evokes the raw emotion and intensity of war. Captured from the archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, this image portrays Russian prisoners being transported in wagons following the Gorlice-Tarnow Offensive. Witness a pivotal moment in history as German forces made significant gains, and Russian lines crumbled. Add this evocative poster to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office."
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 a poignant moment during the Gorlice-Tarnow Offensive of World War I, which took place between May and July 1915. The offensive marked a significant turning point in the Eastern Front, with German forces making rapid progress as the Russian lines collapsed. In this image, Russian prisoners of war are being transported to the rear in overcrowded waggons. Their faces bear the signs of exhaustion, hunger, and despair, reflecting the harsh realities of life as a prisoner of war during this brutal conflict. The Gorlice-Tarnow Offensive was part of the larger Brusilov-Gorlice double offensive, which saw intense fighting between the Austro-Hungarian and Russian armies. The offensive resulted in the largest single-day advance in the history of the Austro-Hungarian Army, with over 100 kilometers gained in just a few days. The Russian forces were unable to hold their ground, and many were captured, leading to the scene depicted in this photograph. The photograph is a stark reminder of the human cost of war, with the prisoners huddled together in the waggons, their futures uncertain. The image is a testament to the resilience and determination of those who lived through the horrors of war, as well as a reminder of the importance of understanding the past to inform the present. This photograph is a valuable historical record of a pivotal moment in World War I and a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict.
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