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Fine Art Print : No. 16 ambulance train ward carriage, April 1915
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No. 16 ambulance train ward carriage, April 1915
Built at Swindon Works in 1915 and paid for by the United Kingdom Flour Millers Association. The ward carriages had a three tier folding bunk system that allowed patients to be either sat up or lying down. No 16 ambulance train saw active service in France during WW1
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 15148800
Ambulance Carriage First World War Ward
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the No. 16 ambulance train ward carriage from the STEAM Museum of the GWR. This historic print showcases the No. 16, built at Swindon Works in 1915 and funded by the United Kingdom Flour Millers Association. With its distinctive three-tier folding bunk system, this carriage provided essential care for patients during the First World War, allowing them to sit up or lie down. Bring the nostalgia and history of the GWR into your home with this beautiful, museum-quality print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 55cm x 42cm (21.7" 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.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Transportation
> Trains
> STEAM Museum of the GWR
> Carriages and Wagons
> Ambulance Trains
> STEAM Museum of the GWR
> The Railway at War
> First World War
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the No. 16 ambulance train ward carriage, a remarkable piece of history from April 1915. Constructed at Swindon Works and generously funded by the United Kingdom Flour Millers Association, this extraordinary carriage played an invaluable role during the First World War. Serving on active duty in France, it provided crucial medical support to countless wounded soldiers. The ingenuity of this ward carriage is evident in its innovative design. Equipped with a three-tier folding bunk system, it offered flexibility for patients' comfort and care. Whether they needed to be seated or lying down, this adaptable arrangement ensured their well-being throughout their journey. As we delve into the details of this photograph, we are transported back in time to witness the resilience and dedication of those who served on these ambulance trains. The No. 16 ambulance train stands as a testament to human compassion amidst the horrors of war. Preserved within STEAM Museum of the GWR, this image serves as a poignant reminder of our collective history and honors those who selflessly risked their lives for others during WW1. It symbolizes not only the technological advancements made during that era but also highlights humanity's unwavering commitment to providing aid and solace even in times of great adversity.
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