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Map showing the Canal System connecting Zeebrugge and Ostend with Bruges... (c1920)
Map showing the Canal System connecting Zeebrugge and Ostend with Bruges, First World War, (c1920). The Belgian ports of Ostend and Zeebrugge were connected to the city of Bruges via canals. From " The Great World War: A History", Volume IX, edited by Frank A Mumby. [The Gresham Publishing Company Ltd, London, c1920]
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Media ID 19666049
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Bruges Bruges Flanders Belgium Canal Canals Coastline Frank A Frank A Mumby Frank Arthur Frank Arthur Mumby Gresham Publishing Co Ltd Gresham Publishing Company Keystone Archives Mumby Mumby Frank A Mumby Frank Arthur Network North Sea Ostend Ostend Belgium Ostende The Great World War A History Theatre Of War Zeebrugge
6"x4" (15x10cm) Acrylic Blox
Your photographic print is held in place by magnets and a micro thin sheet of metal covering the back of a 20mm piece of clear acrylic. Your print is held in place with magnets so can easily be replaced if needed.
Streamlined, one sided modern and attractive table top print
Estimated Product Size is 15.2cm x 10.2cm (6" x 4")
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 print showcases a historical map from the early 20th century, depicting the intricate canal system that connected Zeebrugge and Ostend with Bruges in Belgium. The map, which dates back to the First World War era, offers a fascinating glimpse into the geographical features of this coastal region. The Belgian ports of Ostend and Zeebrugge played crucial roles during this tumultuous period, serving as vital transportation hubs for military operations. The canals depicted on the map provided an efficient network for water transport, enabling swift movement of troops and supplies between these strategic locations. As we delve into this piece from "The Great World War: A History" edited by Frank A Mumby, we are transported back in time to witness how these canals served as lifelines during one of history's most significant conflicts. This image not only highlights their importance but also emphasizes the ingenuity behind their construction. With its detailed representation of Bruges' connection to Ostend and Zeebrugge via canals, this print serves as a testament to human resilience amidst war. It reminds us of the immense challenges faced by those involved in transporting resources across vast distances while navigating treacherous waters. Preserved through time by The Gresham Publishing Company Ltd. , London, this photograph captures both the historical significance and beauty inherent in maps from yesteryears. As we gaze upon it today, we gain a deeper appreciation for how geography shaped warfare strategies during World War I while marveling at our ancestors' ability to create such intricate systems within nature's boundaries.
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