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Premium Framed Print : The Mort Homme Area and the Defences on the West Side of the Meuse, 1916, (c1920)
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The Mort Homme Area and the Defences on the West Side of the Meuse, 1916, (c1920)
The Mort Homme Area and the Defences on the West Side of the Meuse, 1916, (c1920). The Battles of Verdun, 1916; map...showing approximately the limits of the German advance and the region recaptured by the French by the end of the year. Theatre of war on the Western Front, northern France, First World War. From " The Great World War: A History", Volume VI, edited by Frank A Mumby. [The Gresham Publishing Company Ltd, London, c1920]
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14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the haunting landscape of The Mort Homme Area and the Defences on the West Side of the Meuse during World War I. Taken in 1916, this image showcases the aftermath of intense battles that occurred during the infamous Battle of Verdun. The map depicted in this photograph outlines the approximate limits of German advance and highlights regions recaptured by French forces by year-end. It serves as a testament to both the ferocity of combat and resilience shown by soldiers on both sides. The Mort Homme area is known for its strategic importance, with key fortifications such as Douaumont Fort visible in this image. The devastated buildings stand as stark reminders of the destruction caused by relentless artillery barrages. Frank A Mumby's book, "The Great World War: A History" from which this photo originates, provides valuable insights into one of history's most devastating conflicts. Published around 1920, it offers a comprehensive account of World War I's Western Front theatre. As we gaze upon this powerful image today, we are reminded not only of the immense human cost but also how war shapes landscapes forever. This photograph encapsulates an era defined by sacrifice and bravery while serving as a poignant reminder to never forget those who fought on these battlefields over a century ago.
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