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Premium Framed Print : Mess room of No. 16 Ambulance train, March 1915
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Mess room of No. 16 Ambulance train, March 1915
No.16 Ambulance train was built at Swindon Works in 1915 and was paid for by the United Kingdom Flour Millers Association. It was equipped with patient beds, a pharmacy and treatment rooms. No 16 saw active service in France during WW1
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 23898994
© STEAM - Museum of the GWR
Ambulance Carriage First World War
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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> Transportation
> Trains
> STEAM Museum of the GWR
> Carriages and Wagons
> Ambulance Trains
> STEAM Museum of the GWR
> The Railway at War
> First World War
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the mess room of No. 16 Ambulance train, a remarkable piece of history from March 1915 during the First World War. Built at Swindon Works and funded by the United Kingdom Flour Millers Association, this extraordinary carriage served as a lifeline for countless wounded soldiers on the frontlines. The image showcases an intimate glimpse into the daily life aboard this moving medical facility. The mess room appears bustling with activity as brave men gather around tables adorned with steaming cups of tea and plates filled with nourishing meals. Their weary faces tell stories of sacrifice, resilience, and camaraderie amidst the horrors of war. No. 16 Ambulance train was not just a means of transportation; it was a sanctuary where injured soldiers found solace and healing. Equipped with patient beds, treatment rooms, and even its own pharmacy, this mobile hospital provided essential care to those who needed it most. As we reflect upon this poignant photograph, we are reminded of the immense sacrifices made by these courageous individuals who risked their lives to save others. It serves as a testament to humanity's unwavering spirit in times of adversity. Preserved within STEAM Museum of GWR (Great Western Railway), this print is more than just an artifact; it is a window into our collective past that allows us to honor those who served selflessly during one of history's darkest chapters – World War I.
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