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French Surrender 1940
The railway carriage where the surrender of the French was negotiated
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Media ID 596848
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Coach Compiegne Forest Meeting Negotiated Surrender
16"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 10"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 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 40.6cm (16" x 16")
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 powerful print captures a pivotal moment in history - the surrender of France in 1940. The image depicts the railway carriage where the negotiations took place, forever immortalizing this significant event. As we gaze upon this piece, we are transported back to that fateful day when French officials faced their conquerors and made the difficult decision to surrender.
The setting is hauntingly eerie, with the dense forest surrounding the train carriage adding to the somber atmosphere. The Western world was forever changed by what transpired within these walls, as France's fate was sealed and World War II continued to rage on.
The meeting captured in this photograph symbolizes both defeat and resilience, as well as the complexities of war and diplomacy. It serves as a stark reminder of the sacrifices made during times of conflict and how history can be shaped by moments such as these.
Mary Evans Picture Library has expertly preserved this historical image, allowing us to reflect on its significance and pay tribute to those who were involved in these crucial negotiations. This print is not just a visual representation of events from 1940; it is a poignant reminder of our shared past and an opportunity for us to learn from it.
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