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Jigsaw Puzzle : WW1, Rouen, France, British Post Office and Boieldieu Statue
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WW1, Rouen, France, British Post Office and Boieldieu Statue
WW1, Rouen, France, British Post Office and Statue of Francois-Adrien Boieldieu, French Composer. Date: 1917
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Media ID 18073405
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Boieldieu Composer Julien Mail Office Parcels Postal Rouen Sack Tfelt
Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Discover history with our captivating WW1 Jigsaw Puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle features an evocative image of Rouen, France, during wartime. The focal point is the British Post Office, standing proud amidst the chaos of the war, with the Statue of Francois-Adrien Boieldieu, a renowned French composer, in the foreground. Immerse yourself in history as you piece together this beautiful and challenging puzzle. Engaging, educational, and fun for all ages. Bring a piece of history into your home with Media Storehouse's WW1 Rouen puzzle.
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 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) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph, taken in the historic French city of Rouen during the tumultuous year of 1917, captures the resilience and determination of the British Post Office during World War I. Amidst the chaos and destruction of the ongoing conflict, the postal service continued to function, ensuring that the vital lines of communication remained open between the soldiers at the front and their loved ones back home. The image shows a British postal worker, identified as Julien Tfelt, carefully sorting through sacks of mail in front of the imposing facade of the British Post Office. The ornate building, with its grand columns and intricate details, stands in stark contrast to the rough terrain and makeshift surroundings. In the foreground, the statue of Francois-Adrien Boieldieu, a renowned French composer, adds an unexpected touch of culture and sophistication to the scene. Boieldieu's statue, which can still be found in Rouen's Place du Vieux-Marché, served as a reminder of the shared artistic and historical heritage between the warring nations. The photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life of the wartime communications and postal service, as they worked tirelessly to maintain the morale of the troops and keep the world connected during the darkest days of the First World War.
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