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Water protection of Antwept 1914
German artillery becoming bogged in flooded meadows in Antwerp. Wading through water up to their waist with ditches and uneven ground made it impossible to attempt to cross some of these swampted districts. Date: 1914
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Media ID 14375067
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Antwerp Areas Artillery Defence Defences Flood Flooded Floods Protection Wading Bogged
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the harsh realities of the Battle of the Yser in October 1914 during the First World War. The scene depicts German artillery attempting to cross the flooded meadows of Antwerp, Belgium. The soldiers and their horses wade through waist-deep water, struggling against the current and uneven ground. The ditches and flooded areas made it impossible for them to advance, creating a significant obstacle in their path. The Battle of the Yser was a crucial moment in the early stages of the war, as the Allied forces, led by the Belgian army, managed to hold their ground against the invading German forces. The strategic decision to flood the Yser delta, using the nearby sea, was a brilliant defensive move that prevented the Germans from advancing towards the English Channel. The flooded terrain presented a unique challenge for both sides, with troops and horses becoming bogged down in the mud and water. The German army, seen here, was not immune to these difficulties. The soldiers' determined efforts to cross the flooded meadows were met with resistance, as the water and ground conditions proved to be insurmountable for some units. This photograph, taken in 1914, offers a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by soldiers during the First World War. The water protection and defences of Antwerp played a pivotal role in the outcome of the Battle of the Yser, demonstrating the importance of adaptability and resourcefulness in the face of adversity.
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