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Troops of the Royal Canadian Engineers, Italy; Second World
Photograph showing men of the Royal Canadian Engineers, carrying mine-detectors, moving west of Ortona, Italy, during December 1943. These men were serving with the Allied army as it pushed northwards through Italy, against Italian and German resistance, in 1943 and 1944
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Media ID 4374702
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1943 1944 Allied Detectors Engineers Mine Moving Northwards Pushed Resistance Serving December Ortona
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
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time during the Italian Campaign of World War II, as troops of the Royal Canadian Engineers move west of Ortona, Italy, in December 1943. The scene shows a group of Canadian soldiers, clad in heavy winter gear, carefully advancing through the Italian terrain, each carrying a mine-detector in hand. The men were part of the Allied army, which was pushing northwards through Italy against formidable Italian and German resistance. The Italian Campaign, which lasted from 1943 to 1944, was a crucial turning point in the European theatre of the war. The Allied forces, including the Royal Canadian Engineers, faced significant challenges as they battled through rugged terrain, harsh weather conditions, and determined enemy resistance. The soldiers in this photograph were serving their country valiantly, playing a vital role in the advancement of the Allied forces. The mine-detectors carried by the soldiers were essential tools in the dangerous task of clearing the way for the advancing troops. The presence of landmines was a constant threat, and the work of the Royal Canadian Engineers was critical in ensuring the safety of their comrades. The photograph provides a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these brave men during the Italian Campaign. The photograph, taken in December 1943, is a testament to the courage and determination of the Royal Canadian Engineers and the Allied forces as they fought to push northwards through Italy. This historical image offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in World War II history and serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers who fought to secure freedom for future generations.
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