Poster Print : Von Brandis and German officers in 1916
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Von Brandis and German officers in 1916
German officers who took Fort Douaumont on 25th February 1916 during the Battle of Verdun during World War One. Cordt von Brandis (1888-1972) is on the right. Date: 1916
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Douaumont Fort Germans Uniforms Verdun Brandis Ww 1
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Von Brandis and German Officers Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This historic image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the Battle of Verdun during World War One. Featuring German officers, including the prominent figure of Cordt von Brandis on the right, who played a significant role in the capture of Fort Douaumont on 25th February 1916. Bring a piece of military history into your home or office with this evocative and intriguing 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 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 captures the moment of triumph for German forces during the brutal Battle of Verdun in World War One. The image, dated 1916, depicts a group of German officers, led by Major Cordt von Brandis (1888-1972), who are proudly standing in front of the devastated ruins of Fort Douaumont. The fort, a key strategic position for the French defense line, had been taken by the Germans on 25th February 1916. The battle, which lasted for ten months, became one of the longest and deadliest engagements of the war, with an estimated quarter of a million casualties on both sides. The officers in the photograph are dressed in their full military regalia, with their stern expressions and rigid posture reflecting the gravity of the situation. The uniforms, adorned with various insignia and decorations, are a testament to their rank and status. Major von Brandis, the tall figure on the right, wears the distinctive Prussian General Staff uniform, complete with a red sash and a peaked cap adorned with a golden eagle. The ruins of Fort Douaumont, a once impenetrable fortress, lie in the background, a haunting reminder of the destruction wrought by the relentless battle. The photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of war, with the desolate landscape and the stoic expressions of the officers conveying a sense of both victory and loss. The image is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers on both sides during the Battle of Verdun and the larger conflict of World War One.
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