Premium Framed Print : Kostas Garefis and his band of guerillas
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Kostas Garefis and his band of guerillas
Captain Kostas Garefis (seated centre with the badge on his cap), surrounded by his band of guerilla fighters during the struggle for Macedonia. Garefis, originally from Pelion in Greece, died of wounds received during fighting in August 1906
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Fighters Guerillas Macedonia Struggle
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 the determined spirit of Captain Kostas Garefis and his band of Macedonian guerrilla fighters during their brave struggle for independence in 1906. Kostas Garefis, a native of Pelion in Greece, led his men in resistance against the Ottoman Empire's oppressive rule. Seated at the center of the image, Garefis is shown wearing a distinctive cap adorned with a badge, symbolizing his leadership and commitment to the cause. The fierce gaze of his comrades, all armed and ready for battle, reflects their unwavering dedication to the fight for freedom. The Macedonian Struggle, as this period of resistance came to be known, began in the late 19th century and lasted until the Balkan Wars in 1913. It was a complex and tumultuous time in the history of the region, with various ethnic and nationalist groups vying for power and self-determination. Garefis and his fellow guerrillas played a crucial role in the struggle, engaging in armed confrontations with Ottoman forces and carrying out acts of sabotage. Despite their valiant efforts, the cost of war was high. Tragically, Captain Kostas Garefis lost his life in August 1906, succumbing to wounds received during the fighting. His death was a significant loss for the Macedonian resistance, but his legacy lived on. The courage and determination of Garefis and his men continue to inspire generations, and their story remains an important chapter in the rich and complex history of the Balkans.
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