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Battle of Flanders
Loading a pack horse for a working party at the Battle of Flanders near Pilkem on the Western Front in Belgium during World War I in 1917
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Flanders Loading Pack Pilkem War Time Ww 1
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the harsh realities of life on the Western Front during World War I, as soldiers of the 1st Division prepare a pack horse for a working party at the Battle of Flanders near Pilkem in Belgium in 1917. The image transports us back in time to the Great War, with the rugged terrain and somber expressions of the soldiers providing a stark contrast to the idyllic pastoral scenes typically associated with the term 'Battle of the Fields.' The soldiers, dressed in their heavy uniforms and armed with rifles, work diligently to load the horse with supplies, likely destined for the front lines. The pack horse, its coat glistening with sweat, stands patiently, its load carefully balanced and secured. The scene is one of quiet determination, as the soldiers know that the success of their mission depends on their ability to effectively and efficiently move supplies and equipment. The Battle of Flanders, also known as the Third Battle of Ypres, was a major engagement in the larger campaign to take back the Belgian territory from German control. The battle lasted from July to November 1917 and resulted in heavy casualties on both sides. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the daily life and struggles of the soldiers during this pivotal moment in world history. The image is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers and their animals during the war, and the vital role they played in the larger conflict. It is a powerful testament to the resilience and determination of those who fought on the Western Front, and serves as an important historical record of the Battle of Flanders and the broader World War I experience.
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