Poster Print : Scottish Highlander writing home
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Scottish Highlander writing home
A Scottish Highlander writing home to his beloved. The postcard carries the byline: " Oh! Hang the Censor." Date: 1917
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Media ID 7168703
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Ammunition Beloved Belt Censor Girl Friend Highlander Highlanders Ignoring Letter Note Scot Scots Write Writes Ww 1
20x30 inch Poster Print
"Transport yourself back in time with our exquisite Scottish Highlander Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a Highlander in full traditional attire, pen in hand, writing a heartfelt letter home. The vintage postcard, dated 1917, carries the byline, "Oh! Hang the Censor," adding an intriguing element of mystery. Bring the charm of Scottish history into your home or office with this beautiful and authentic poster print."
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.6cm x 76.8cm (19.1" x 30.2")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
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
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a Scottish Highlander ignores the watchful gaze of the military censor as he pens a heartfelt letter to his beloved back home. Dressed in his full military uniform, complete with the distinctive tartan belt, the soldier sits at a rickety table, his expression thoughtful and determined. A pile of ammunition boxes and other military supplies is stacked behind him, a reminder of the harsh realities of life on the front lines during World War 1. The postcard, dated 1917, bears the defiant byline "Oh! Hang the Censor," a nod to the strict censorship regulations that governed the correspondence of British soldiers during wartime. Despite the risks, the Highlander's focus is solely on the words flowing from his pen, each one a testament to his love and longing for the special someone waiting for him back home. The image captures the raw emotions of the soldier's experience, the contrast between the mundane surroundings of the military camp and the deeply personal and intimate nature of his letter. It is a poignant reminder of the human side of war, a side that often goes unseen amidst the chaos and destruction. The Scottish Highlander's dedication to his girl friend, despite the challenges of war, speaks to the enduring power of love and connection, even in the most trying of times. This powerful photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of sacrifice, bravery, and the unwavering human spirit.
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