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GERMANS INVADE SUDETEN
German troops march into the Sudetenland, on the grounds that they are liberating the German-speaking citizens of the country Date: 1 October 1938
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1938 Citizens Czechoslovakia Germans Grounds Invade Speaking Liberating Sudeten Sudetenland
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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1 October 1938: A Turning Point in European History - The Germans Invade the Sudetenland This historic photograph captures a pivotal moment in European history as German troops march into the Sudetenland region of Czechoslovakia on 1 October 1938. The invasion, carried out under the pretext of protecting the rights of ethnic Germans living in the area, marked the beginning of the end for Czechoslovakia's independence and set the stage for the Second World War. The Sudetenland, located in the western part of Czechoslovakia, was home to a significant German-speaking population. Adolf Hitler, the leader of Nazi Germany, had long demanded that this territory be returned to Germany. The situation came to a head in the late 1930s, as tensions between Czechoslovakia and Germany escalated. In response to growing unrest in the Sudetenland, British and French leaders met with Hitler in Munich on 29-30 September 1938. The resulting Munich Agreement allowed Germany to annex the Sudetenland, in exchange for a promise of peace. The agreement was widely criticized at the time, with many arguing that it rewarded aggression and set a dangerous precedent. The photograph shows German troops advancing into the Sudetenland, with Czechoslovakian soldiers and civilians looking on in disbelief. The scene is one of uncertainty and anxiety, as the future of the region and the entire continent hung in the balance. The invasion marked the beginning of a dark period in European history, as Germany continued to expand its territory and assert its dominance over its neighbors. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the events that led to the Second World War and the importance of standing up against aggression and the violation of international law. It serves as a reminder of the need for peace and diplomacy in resolving conflicts and protecting the sovereignty of nations.
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