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Threshing wheat during the First World War
Threshing wheat during the First World War -- more wheat was needed because of the U-Boat campaign.
1914-1918
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Agricultural Agriculture Campaign Labour Machinery Manual Threshing Wheat War Time Ww 1
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our captivating Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative image "Threshing wheat during the First World War" by Mary Evans Picture Library/Onslow Auctions Limited from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful photograph transports you to a bygone era, as farmers worked tirelessly to produce much-needed wheat during the tumultuous years of 1914-1918. The U-Boat campaign had disrupted food supplies, making this harvest especially crucial. Our high-quality Canvas Prints bring the history to life, with vibrant colors and stunning detail that will make a beautiful addition to any home or office. Order yours today and let this historic moment become a part of your story.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
Threshing Wheat During the First World War: A Testament to the Resilience of the Agricultural Sector Amidst the chaos and turmoil of the First World War, the agricultural sector continued to play a vital role in ensuring the survival of the British people. With the U-Boat campaign intensifying in the North Sea, the importation of foodstuffs from Europe became increasingly difficult, making the production of domestic crops more crucial than ever. This evocative photograph captures the scene of threshing wheat during the First World War. The labor-intensive process of separating the grain from the stalks and husks was a crucial step in the harvesting of wheat. The use of threshing machines, such as the one depicted in the image, was a significant advancement in agricultural technology that had been adopted in the late 1800s. However, during wartime, these machines were often supplemented with manual labor to meet the increased demand for food. The image shows a group of people, including children, working together to thresh the wheat. Their faces are etched with determination and focus, a testament to the collective effort required to keep the agricultural sector functioning during the Great War. The presence of the horse-drawn threshing machine in the foreground underscores the importance of animal power in rural communities during this period. Despite the challenges posed by the war, the agricultural sector continued to produce the food necessary to sustain the British population. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of the farming community during a time of great upheaval and hardship.
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