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Railway Gun 1916
A 12 inch British Mark IX railway gun in action at Meaulte during the Battle of the Somme
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Media ID 4428755
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22"x18" Modern Frame
Bring history to life with the Media Storehouse Framed Prints featuring the powerful "Railway Gun 1916" image. Witness the awe-inspiring 12 inch British Mark IX railway gun in action during the Battle of the Somme. This captivating print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a rights managed masterpiece that adds an authentic touch to any space. Immerse yourself in the rich history of World War I and make this framed print a conversation starter in your home or office. Order now and relive the past with every glance.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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 the raw power and destruction of the 12 inch British Mark IX railway gun during the Battle of the Somme in 1916. The First World War marked a significant shift in the nature of warfare, with the development of new and devastating weapons that challenged the traditional tactics and strategies of the time. The railway gun, a large-caliber artillery piece mounted on a railway track, was one such weapon. The Mark IX railway gun, produced by the British Ordnance Factory, was the largest and most powerful railway gun used during the war. Capable of firing a 1,020-pound (462-kilogram) shell over a distance of 13 miles (21 kilometers), it was a formidable weapon that could strike enemy positions with pinpoint accuracy. In this image, taken at Meaulte, France, the Mark IX railway gun is shown in action, its massive barrel jutting out from the smoke and dust of the battlefield. The crew, dressed in heavy protective gear, work diligently to load and aim the gun, while nearby soldiers prepare for the imminent barrage. The scene is one of intense focus and determination, as the Allied forces seek to gain the upper hand in the brutal and protracted Battle of the Somme. The Battle of the Somme, which lasted from July to November 1916, was one of the largest and bloodiest battles of the First World War, with over one million casualties on both sides. The use of railway guns like the Mark IX was a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the military forces of the time, as they sought to adapt to the new realities of modern warfare. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices and struggles of the men and women who fought in the Great War, and the enduring impact of their efforts on the course of history.
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