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Gurkhas arriving by troop train, Western Front, WW1
Gurkhas arriving on the Western Front by troop train during the First World War. Date: 2 November 1914
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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 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" 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
November 2, 1914: A Momentous Arrival on the Western Front - Gurkha Troops Disembark from a Troop Train In the early days of the First World War, the arrival of fresh troops on the Western Front was a crucial factor in maintaining the morale and strength of the Allied forces. Among these reinforcements were the renowned Gurkha soldiers from Nepal, known for their exceptional bravery and unwavering loyalty. This evocative image captures the moment when Gurkha troops, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, disembark from a troop train on the Western Front on November 2, 1914. The soldiers, carrying their traditional weapons, appear focused and determined as they prepare to leave the train, ready to join their comrades in the trenches. The railway played a vital role in transporting soldiers and supplies to the front lines during the war. The use of troop trains allowed for the swift and efficient movement of large numbers of troops, enabling them to be deployed where they were needed most. The Gurkha soldiers, hailing from the mountainous region of Nepal, had a long and proud history of military service, dating back to the British colonial era. Their reputation for courage and discipline made them highly sought-after soldiers, and they served with distinction in various theaters of the war, including the Western Front. This powerful photograph is a testament to the indomitable spirit of the soldiers who answered the call to duty, and the crucial role that the railway played in transporting them to the front lines during the Great War.
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