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Antique Framed Print : British Army Issue puttee-winding machine
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British Army Issue puttee-winding machine
British Army Issue puttee-winding machine stamped with War Department broad arrow and dated 1918. |The puttee was adopted because of its protection against snake bites in India and then became general throughout the British Army.. Firearms & Equipment
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Media ID 14149616
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Adopted Arrow Bites Broad Dated Department Firearms Issue Protection Puttee Snake Stamped Winding
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 20cm (14.6" x 7.9")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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
1. Title: "A Piece of Military History: The British Army's Puttee-Winding Machine from World War I" This photograph showcases a rare and significant piece of military history – a British Army Issue puttee-winding machine, stamped with the War Department broad arrow and dated 1918. Puttees, a type of wrapping cloth worn around the legs to secure trousers, were adopted by the British Army due to their protective benefits against snake bites, particularly in India. The puttee's adoption extended beyond the tropical regions and became a standard issue for the British military during World War I. This puttee-winding machine, a testament to the logistical support provided to the troops, was instrumental in ensuring the efficient production of puttees for the vast numbers of soldiers in the British Army. The broad arrow stamp on the machine signifies that it was an official issue from the War Department, the executive department responsible for managing and supplying the British military during wartime. The date of 1918 indicates that this machine was in use during the final year of World War I, a period when the British Army was at the height of its mobilization. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich military history of the British Army during World War I, as well as the importance of logistical support in ensuring the well-being and readiness of the troops. The puttee-winding machine, a seemingly simple piece of equipment, played a crucial role in the daily lives of the soldiers and contributed to their protection against various hazards, including snake bites. In summary, this photograph is a valuable record of a significant military artifact from World War I, showcasing the ingenuity, resourcefulness, and dedication to the troops that characterized the British military during this period.
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