Photographic Print : Two British machine gunners, Battle of the Somme, WW1
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Two British machine gunners, Battle of the Somme, WW1
Two British machine gunners near Ovillers during the Battle of the Somme, northern France, during the First World War. They are using a Vickers Gun and wearing their gas helmets. Date: July 1916
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Media ID 7187047
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Artillery Gunner Gunners Helmets Mask Masks Ovillers Somme Vickers Weapon War Time Ww 1
14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our authentic and evocative photographic print from the Media Storehouse range. This powerful image captures the intensity and realism of the Battle of the Somme during World War I. Two British machine gunners, dressed in full gear including gas helmets, are shown in action near Ovillers, skillfully operating a Vickers Gun. This Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online, dated July 1916, is an essential addition to any history or military enthusiast's collection. Relive the past with this captivating and historically significant piece.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 25.5cm (14" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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 grim determination of two British machine gunners during the Battle of the Somme in northern France, July 1916. The soldiers, dressed in heavy coats and wearing their gas helmets, are intently focused on their task as they man a Vickers machine gun near Ovillers. The ominous clouds in the background hint at the ever-present threat of artillery fire and gas attacks. The Vickers gun, a heavy and complex piece of machinery, required a team of at least two soldiers to operate effectively. The machine gunners' helmets, equipped with gas masks, protected them from both shrapnel and toxic gases. The Battle of the Somme, one of the largest battles of World War 1, lasted from July 1st to November 18th, 1916, and resulted in over one million casualties. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of trench warfare during this pivotal moment in world history.
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