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Soldiers on parade
British Troops Drilling outside The Devils Cave attraction at the White City exhibition grounds, Shepherds Bush, London
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Media ID 4394120
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10220694
Bizarre Bush Cave Drilling Fair Ground Grotesque Mouth Pleasure
22"x18" Modern Frame
Add a touch of historical charm to your space with the Media Storehouse Framed Prints featuring "Soldiers on Parade" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image showcases British troops drilling outside The Devil's Cave attraction at the White City exhibition grounds in Shepherds Bush, London. Each print is expertly framed to complement the intricate details of the photograph, bringing the past to life in your home or office. The high-quality print and frame combination ensures a stunning presentation that is sure to impress. Order yours today and rediscover the rich history of the past in a beautifully framed piece.
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking historical print captures a bizarre and somewhat incongruous scene from 1914, as British troops drill outside The Devils Cave attraction at the White City exhibition grounds in Shepherds Bush, London. The juxtaposition of the disciplined soldiers in their military uniforms against the backdrop of a pleasure fairground is both fascinating and slightly grotesque.
The image shows the soldiers lined up in formation, their faces focused and determined as they undergo training exercises. The contrast between the seriousness of their drilling and the whimsical nature of the fairground setting creates a sense of surrealism that is hard to ignore.
One can almost imagine the sounds of laughter and excitement coming from nearby attractions as these troops go through their paces with precision and discipline. It's a snapshot of history that reminds us of the strange ways in which war and entertainment have intersected throughout time.
Overall, this print offers a glimpse into a moment in time when duty and pleasure collided in an unexpected way. It serves as a reminder of how history can be both fascinating and unsettling, capturing a unique slice of life from early 20th century Britain.
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