Canvas Print : Rifles and machine guns used by the Latvian national partisa
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Rifles and machine guns used by the Latvian national partisa
Rifles and machine guns used by the Latvian national partisans. Context of the Second World War. Occupation Museum. Riga. Latvia
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Media ID 14330718
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Baltic Grenade Latvia Latvian Occupation Partisan Partisans Republics Riga Second Weapon Context
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Rifles and machine guns used by the Latvian national partisans," transports you back in time to the context of the Second World War. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed photograph taken at the Occupation Museum in Riga, Latvia, offers a powerful and poignant reminder of the past. Each Canvas Print is meticulously crafted using premium materials and vibrant colors, ensuring a high-quality and long-lasting piece of art for your home or office. Add this evocative and intriguing image to your collection and start a conversation about history with every glance.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix 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 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 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" x 14")
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
In this evocative photograph, a collection of rifles and machine guns used by the Latvian national partisans during the Second World War are displayed at the Occupation Museum in Riga, Latvia. The context of this image transports us back in time to a period of great turmoil and resistance in the Baltic region. The Latvian Republic, along with Estonia and Lithuania, were forcibly annexed by the Soviet Union in 1940, following the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact between Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union. The subsequent occupation was met with widespread resistance from the local population, leading to the formation of various partisan groups. These brave men and women waged a guerrilla war against both the Soviet and Nazi forces, fighting for their freedom and the independence of their homeland. The weapons on display in this photograph are a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the Latvian partisans during this tumultuous period in European history. Among the rifles and machine guns, a grenade lies discarded, a testament to the intense and often brutal nature of the conflict. The worn and weathered appearance of the weapons speaks to the countless hours spent in the forests and fields of Latvia, as the partisans sought to evade their oppressors and strike back against the occupying forces. The Occupation Museum in Riga serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the Latvian people during the Second World War. The display of these weapons not only honors the memory of those who fought, but also educates future generations about the importance of standing up for one's freedom and the value of perseverance in the face of adversity.
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