Poster Print : Smokeless Powder 2 of 2
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Smokeless Powder 2 of 2
Gunfire using Vieilles smokeless powder - a vast improvement on normal powder (2 of 2)
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Media ID 619399
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Ammunition Firing Gun Fire Improvement Normal Powder Smokeless Squad Vast Vieilles Weapons
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Smokeless Powder 2 of 2" print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you through our partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image showcases the significant advancement in gunpowder technology, with a depiction of gunfire using Vieilles smokeless powder. Experience the thrill of history as you bring this striking print into your home or office. Perfect for gun enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone with an appreciation for the evolution of technology. Order your Smokeless Powder 2 of 2 print today and add a piece of intriguing history to your space.
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 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the significant moment of a military squad preparing to fire their weapons using Vieilles smokeless powder in the late 1890s. A vast improvement over traditional black powder, smokeless powder revolutionized the world of military ammunition and gunfire. The image showcases the squad's meticulous attention to detail as they load their rifles with the new, innovative smokeless powder. The absence of the thick, black smoke that once obscured the battlefield during gunfire is evident, allowing for clearer sightlines and more effective targeting. The historical significance of this photograph lies in the transition from the use of traditional black powder to smokeless powder, which marked a turning point in military history. The adoption of smokeless powder allowed for increased accuracy, longer range, and reduced the amount of time soldiers spent reloading their weapons. The soldiers in this photograph are dressed in their military uniforms, each focusing intently on their task at hand. Their determined expressions and postures convey the importance of the moment and the significance of the technological advancement they are implementing. The title "Vieilles smokeless powder" refers to the French origin of this particular type of smokeless powder. The French military was one of the first to adopt smokeless powder on a large scale, making this photograph an essential addition to any military or historical collection. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing insight into the technological advancements that shaped the world of military weaponry and the pivotal role that smokeless powder played in military history.
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