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Jigsaw Puzzle : The Dutch Surrendering to Japan at Kalijati, Indonesia
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The Dutch Surrendering to Japan at Kalijati, Indonesia
WW2 - The Dutch surrendering to Japan at Kalijati, West Java, Indonesia - March 8th, 1942. Date: 1942
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Media ID 18072705
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1942 Holland Indonesia Invaded Invasion Java Netherlands Signs Surrender Surrendering Surrenders
Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Experience history in a new light with the Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzle featuring 'The Dutch Surrendering to Japan at Kalijati, Indonesia.' This captivating puzzle showcases an iconic image from World War II, depicting the moment of surrender on March 8, 1942, in West Java, Indonesia. Immerse yourself in the rich details of this historical moment as you piece together this intricately designed puzzle, brought to you from the extensive archives of Mary Evans Prints Online. Challenge yourself or engage the whole family in this educational and enjoyable activity, perfect for history enthusiasts and puzzle lovers alike.
400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47.2cm x 29.1cm (18.6" x 11.5")
Estimated Product Size is 47.2cm x 31.5cm (18.6" x 12.4")
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 the poignant moment of the Dutch surrender to the Japanese army at Kalijati, West Java, Indonesia on March 8, 1942. Amidst the backdrop of the 1940s World War II, the Dutch forces, having been outmaneuvered and outnumbered during the Japanese invasion, were left with no choice but to capitulate. In the image, a group of Dutch soldiers, their faces etched with resignation and defeat, stand before their Japanese counterparts. The Japanese soldiers, with their determined expressions and stern posture, embody the unyielding might of their invading forces. The scene is further emphasized by the presence of the large, bold "Surrender" sign, which hangs prominently behind the Dutch soldiers, signaling the end of their resistance. The surrender at Kalijati marked the end of Dutch rule in Indonesia and the beginning of Japanese occupation, which lasted until the end of the war. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of the far-reaching consequences of the global conflict, and the indelible impact it had on the people of Indonesia and the Dutch East Indies.
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