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Fine Art Print : Soldiers of a West Indian Regiment, Western Front, WW1
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Soldiers of a West Indian Regiment, Western Front, WW1
A group of soldiers from the British West Indies Regiment, ready for action on the Western Front in France during the Somme offensive, World War One. Date: 1916
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Media ID 14135378
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
Caribbean Difference Guns Indies Offensive Regiment Rifles Somme Tent Racial Weapons
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a poignant image of soldiers from the British West Indies Regiment preparing for battle on the Western Front during World War One. This evocative photograph, dated 1916, taken from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the raw determination and courage of these brave men as they face the challenges of the Somme offensive. Add this historic print to your collection and bring a piece of World War One history into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 52.5cm x 42cm (20.7" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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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This evocative photograph captures a moment of camaraderie and preparation among soldiers of the British West Indian Regiment on the Western Front during the Somme offensive in 1916. The image, taken in a mud-splattered camp, shows a group of men in various poses, some adjusting their rifles and equipment, others smoking or chatting, all with determined expressions on their faces. The soldiers, hailing from the Caribbean islands under British rule, were an integral part of the British military effort during World War One, serving with distinction in the 1st and 2nd Battalions of the British West Indies Regiment (BWIR). Despite facing racial discrimination and being assigned to labor battalions upon arrival in Europe, these brave men proved their mettle in the trenches, participating in major battles such as the Battle of the Somme, the Battle of Arras, and the Battle of Passchendaele. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the contributions of the West Indian soldiers to the Allied war effort, challenging stereotypes and shedding light on the complex racial dynamics of the time. The soldiers in the photograph are seen gathered around a tent, their uniforms and faces bearing the grime and wear of the battlefield. The presence of rifles, weapons, and guns underscores the imminent danger they faced, while their smiling expressions hint at the resilience and morale that sustained them through the hardships of trench warfare. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the lives of these unsung heroes, whose stories deserve to be remembered and celebrated as an important chapter in both Caribbean and World War One history.
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