Antique Framed Print : Russian prisoners 1915
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Russian prisoners 1915
Russian prisoners are conveyed to the rear in waggons, having been captured during the Gorlice-Tarnow Offensive, during which German forces made rapid progress as the Russian lines collapsed
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Offensive Prisoners Waggons Gorlice Tarnow Ww 1
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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 24.4cm x 17.7cm (9.6" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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
This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment during the Gorlice-Tarnow Offensive of World War I, which took place between May and July 1915. The offensive marked a significant turning point in the Eastern Front, with German forces making rapid progress as the Russian lines collapsed. In this image, Russian prisoners of war are being transported to the rear in overcrowded waggons. Their faces bear the signs of exhaustion, hunger, and despair, reflecting the harsh realities of life as a prisoner of war during this brutal conflict. The Gorlice-Tarnow Offensive was part of the larger Brusilov-Gorlice double offensive, which saw intense fighting between the Austro-Hungarian and Russian armies. The offensive resulted in the largest single-day advance in the history of the Austro-Hungarian Army, with over 100 kilometers gained in just a few days. The Russian forces were unable to hold their ground, and many were captured, leading to the scene depicted in this photograph. The photograph is a stark reminder of the human cost of war, with the prisoners huddled together in the waggons, their futures uncertain. The image is a testament to the resilience and determination of those who lived through the horrors of war, as well as a reminder of the importance of understanding the past to inform the present. This photograph is a valuable historical record of a pivotal moment in World War I and a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict.
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