Premium Framed Print : Greece, Crete - Cretan Gendarmerie
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Greece, Crete - Cretan Gendarmerie
Prince George (inset portrait) served as high commissioner of Crete during its transition towards independence from Ottoman rule and union with Greece. At the end of the 19th century, with the aid of Italian Carabinieri (who had acted as peackeepers during the transition from Ottoman to Cretan rule), George set up the Cretan Gendarmerie. Many young Cretans, inspired by love for their country, hurried to enlist in this new paramilitary unit of the independent Cretan State - pictured here
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Commissioner Cretan Cretans Crete Enlist Gendarmerie Independence Inspired Rule Transition Carabinieri Ottoman
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" 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 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of Crete, an island in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, during its transition towards independence from Ottoman rule and eventual union with Greece. The image features a group of young, eager Cretans proudly displaying their new uniforms as members of the Cretan Gendarmerie, a paramilitary unit established in the late 19th century with the assistance of Italian Carabinieri who had acted as peacekeepers during the transition from Ottoman to Cretan rule. At the helm of this transformative period was Prince George of Greece, who served as the High Commissioner of Crete during this time. Inspired by their love for their country and driven by a desire for self-determination, countless young Cretans flocked to enlist in the Cretan Gendarmerie, marking a significant step towards the creation of an independent Cretan State. The photograph offers a glimpse into a historical moment when the spirit of unity and patriotism was palpable among the Cretan people, as they embraced the opportunity to forge their own destiny. The Italian Carabinieri, who had previously played a crucial role in maintaining order during the transition from Ottoman to Cretan rule, now stood alongside their Cretan counterparts, symbolizing the solidarity and cooperation between the two groups. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich history and complex political landscape of Crete, as it navigated its path towards independence and eventual union with Greece. The image is a testament to the enduring power of hope, unity, and the human spirit, as the people of Crete worked together to shape their own future.
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