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Wwi / 1915 / Antwerp Burns
The Belgian city of Antwerp is bombarded by the Germans
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Antwerp Belgian Bombarded Burns Germans
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Experience the historic tension of WWI with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the evocative image "Antwerp Burns" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, this puzzle transports you back to 1915 as the Belgian city of Antwerp endures the devastating bombardment by German forces. Engage your mind and immerse yourself in history as you piece together this intricately detailed puzzle, creating a stunning visual representation of a pivotal moment in world history.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 28cm x 35.6cm (11" x 14")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the devastating impact of the First World War on the once-thriving city of Antwerp, Belgium, during the dark days of 1915. The photograph, taken from a distance, shows the ominous plumes of smoke rising above the city's skyline, a stark reminder of the relentless bombardment by the invading German forces. The historic city center, with its grand architecture and vibrant cultural heritage, lay in ruins, reduced to ashes and rubble. Antwerp, a major port city and a key strategic target due to its proximity to the North Sea, became a battleground in the larger conflict between the Allied Powers and the Central Powers. The bombing campaign, which began in October 1914, intensified in the following year, with the Germans employing heavy artillery and zeppelins to rain down destruction upon the city. The people of Antwerp, both civilians and soldiers, endured unspeakable horrors during this period. Homes, businesses, and cultural institutions were destroyed, and countless lives were lost. The city's fortifications, designed to protect it from invasion, proved inadequate against the advancing German forces and the devastating firepower they brought to bear. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war, and the indiscriminate destruction it wreaks upon the places and people it touches. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, and the enduring capacity for hope and renewal in the face of adversity. Today, Antwerp has risen from the ashes, rebuilding itself into a thriving, vibrant city that continues to captivate visitors from around the world.
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