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Framed Print : Armistice Day event, Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania, WW1
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Armistice Day event, Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania, WW1
Armistice Day event on 11 November 1918 with native military brass band in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanganyika, British East Africa (now Tanzania), to mark the end of the First World War. Date: 1918
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Media ID 14227529
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Administration Armistice Band Brass Colonialism Instrument Instruments Musician Musicians Parade Salaam Tanganyika Tanzania Musical
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Armistice Day event, Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania, WW1" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This historic photograph captures the momentous occasion of Armistice Day in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania, on 11 November 1918. Witness the native military brass band playing in celebration of the end of the First World War. Add a touch of history to your space with this captivating and authentic framed print. Each print is carefully framed with a high-quality finish to preserve the image and enhance its visual appeal. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 24cm (15.6" x 9.4")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the moment of celebration and unity in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanganyika (now Tanzania), as the native military brass band plays in honor of Armistice Day on 11 November 1918. The end of the First World War marked a significant milestone in world history, and this event in British East Africa was a testament to the diverse participation of colonial forces in the global conflict. The image showcases a group of African musicians, dressed in their military uniforms, skillfully playing their brass instruments amidst a backdrop of colonial buildings and trees. The trees, with their lush foliage, provide a stark contrast to the stern, stone structures of the British government administration buildings, symbolizing the harmonious coexistence of nature and human civilization. The parade ground, filled with men in uniform, represents the diverse array of troops that served under the British flag during the war. The scene is a poignant reminder of the multifaceted role of colonial forces in the 1910s, as well as the complex history of colonialism and its impact on the African continent. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing valuable insights into the historical significance of Armistice Day in Tanganyika and the broader context of the First World War. The musicians, with their determined expressions and focused gaze, embody the spirit of resilience and dedication that characterized the soldiers who fought in the war, regardless of their origins or the color of their skin.
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