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Canvas Print : WW1 TCHAD. Soldier from Bornu, Tchad, fighting with the French Army during World War One
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WW1 TCHAD. Soldier from Bornu, Tchad, fighting with the French Army during World War One
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Media ID 608922
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10114333
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the "WW1 TCHAD" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, an evocative masterpiece brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This striking image captures the essence of the First World War, as a soldier from Bornu, Tchad proudly fights alongside the French Army. The rich, textured canvas brings depth and depth to this historical moment, making it a captivating addition to any room in your home or office. Experience the past in a new way with our high-quality canvas prints, expertly printed and carefully crafted for lasting beauty and vibrancy. Add this powerful piece to your collection today and relive history in vivid detail.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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> World War I and II
> Soldiers
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the image of a brave soldier from the Bornu region of present-day Chad, fighting valiantly for the French Army during World War One. Dressed in the uniform of a colonial infantryman, complete with a fez-style headdress and a rifle slung over his shoulder, this unnamed hero represents the thousands of African soldiers who answered the call to defend the French Empire against the Central Powers in the early 20th century. The backdrop of this historical image transports us to a time long past, as the world was plunged into the chaos and destruction of the First World War. The soldier's intense gaze and determined expression convey the courage and resilience that was required to endure the horrors of trench warfare and the harsh conditions of the battlefield. The year was 1916, and the French colonial forces were engaged in a brutal campaign against the German forces in Chad. The African soldiers, many of whom were recruited from the local population, played a crucial role in this conflict, often serving as laborers, porters, and combatants. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the global reach of World War One and the diverse array of soldiers who fought in its trenches. It also highlights the complex and often contentious relationship between European colonial powers and the peoples they ruled, as African soldiers were both coerced and incentivized to fight for causes that were not their own. As we reflect on the history of this image, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by soldiers from all corners of the world during the 20th century's first global conflict. This powerful photograph stands as a testament to the enduring human spirit and the indelible mark that history leaves on us all.
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