Framed Print : WW1 German Kronprinz, Boy Scout Revue, Charleville-Mezieres
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WW1 German Kronprinz, Boy Scout Revue, Charleville-Mezieres
WW1 - The German Crown Prince Wilhelm (1882-1951) at Boy Scout Revue, held in occupied Charleville-Mezieres, Ardennes, France. Charleville was the German HQ during the First World War. The (then) opulent Castle Renaudin above Charleville became the Headquarters for Kaiser Wilhelm II and the Kronprinz in 1916, through to the end of the war. The Ardennes was the only part of France to have been fully occupied for the entire duration of both world wars. Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 14368502
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Ardennes Charleville Mezieres Headquarters Occupation Occupied Review Reviewing Revue Wilhelm Scout Scouting Scouts
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exclusive Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of WW1 German Crown Prince Wilhelm at the Boy Scout Revue in Charleville-Mezieres. This historic photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a rare moment of respite during the occupied city's tenure as German headquarters. Add this captivating piece to your collection and bring a piece of World War I 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 25.3cm (15.6" x 10")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a rare moment of respite during the harsh realities of World War I. In the image, German Crown Prince Wilhelm (1882-1951) stands among a group of Boy Scouts during a revue held in the occupied town of Charleville-Mezieres, Ardennes, France. The opulent Castle Renaudin above the town served as the headquarters for Kaiser Wilhelm II and the Kronprinz from 1916 until the end of the war. The Ardennes region was the only part of France to experience full occupation during both World Wars. Amidst the backdrop of conflict, the Boy Scout Revue offered a brief respite for the German soldiers and officers stationed in the area. The scouts, dressed in their uniforms, eagerly review their drills and exercises for the occasion. Prince Wilhelm, with a warm smile and attentive gaze, engages with the young scouts, demonstrating a softer side of the German military presence in the region. The photograph offers a poignant reminder of the human element within the larger context of the war. It highlights the importance of community, resilience, and the enduring spirit of youth, even amidst the chaos and hardships of war. This image, taken circa 1916, is a testament to the complexities and nuances of the First World War and the experiences of those who lived through it.
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