Framed Print : Aerial view near Messines, West Flanders, Belgium, WW1
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Aerial view near Messines, West Flanders, Belgium, WW1
Aerial view of a shelled area east of Messines, a front line area near Ypres, West Flanders, Belgium, on 9 May 1918. Date: 1918
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Media ID 14415181
© The Patricia Aubrey Collection / Mary Evans
Auerbach Belgian Corps Fields Harold Observation Reconnaissance Roads Squadron
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exclusive Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an aerial view of the battlefield near Messines, West Flanders, Belgium during World War I. This evocative image, taken on 9 May 1918, captures the devastating impact of the conflict with an aerial perspective of the shelled area east of Messines, a front line area near Ypres. The print is sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and is available as a rights managed print, adding a historic and authentic touch to your home or office decor. Order now and let this powerful piece of history tell its story through your walls.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.4cm (9.6" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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 aerial photograph, taken on May 9, 1918, depicts the devastating impact of war in the eastern outskirts of Messines, a front line area near Ypres in West Flanders, Belgium. The image was captured during the First World War by the Royal Flying Corps (RFC), a military aviation branch of the British Army. The photograph reveals a barren and desolate landscape, with the remnants of roads and buildings scattered amidst the destroyed fields. The rural countryside, once lush and green, lies in ruins, a testament to the destructive power of artillery shells. The roads, now reduced to mere traces, are barely visible, leading to what was once a thriving community. The RFC conducted regular aerial reconnaissance missions over the Western Front to gather intelligence on enemy positions, movements, and fortifications. The use of airplanes for military observation proved to be a game-changer in the war, providing valuable insights that helped inform strategic decisions and tactical planning. This photograph offers a unique perspective on the realities of war, revealing the devastating consequences of the conflict on the land and people of Belgium. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War and the enduring impact of conflict on communities and landscapes.
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