Jigsaw Puzzle : Two people in a car on the Autobahn, Germany
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Two people in a car on the Autobahn, Germany
Two people in a car on the Autobahn (motorway) near Braunschweig (Brunswick), Lower Saxony, Germany, working for the British Army of the Rhine. Date: circa 1946
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Media ID 14390335
© The Kathy Butler Collection / Mary Evans
1946 Baor Braunschweig Brunswick Driver Lower Motorway Postwar Rhine Saxony Autobahn
Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Discover the thrill of piecing together history with our captivating jigsaw puzzles from Media Storehouse. This intriguing puzzle, featuring an iconic image of "Two people in a car on the Autobahn, Germany" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the post-war era of 1946. Immerse yourself in the rich details of this evocative scene set against the backdrop of the famous German Autobahn. With its stunning vintage charm and high-quality, responsibly sourced components, this puzzle is not just a pastime-it's a journey through history. Get ready to engage your mind, challenge your problem-solving skills, and create a beautiful keepsake to treasure.
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 31.5cm x 47.2cm (12.4" x 18.6")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the moment of freedom and relief as two individuals, both working for the British Army of the Rhine (BAOR), enjoy a leisurely drive along the Autobahn near Braunschweig, Lower Saxony, Germany, in circa 1946. The Autobahn, a symbol of German engineering prowess and efficiency, stands as a stark contrast to the destruction and chaos left in the wake of World War II. The year is 1946, and the 2nd World War, which had ravaged Europe for over six long years, was finally coming to an end. The British Army of the Rhine, established in 1945, was responsible for maintaining law and order in the British occupation zones in Germany. The soldiers, including the two individuals in the photograph, played a crucial role in the post-war reconstruction of the country. In this moment, away from their military duties, they are able to appreciate the beauty and freedom of the open road. The car, a common means of transportation during the 1940s, represents a sense of normalcy and progress. The driver, focused intently on the road ahead, wears the distinctive uniform of the British Army. His passenger, dressed in civilian clothes, leans back in her seat, seemingly lost in thought as she takes in the passing scenery. The wind in their hair and the sun on their faces, they are a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit. This photograph, taken in the aftermath of the war, serves as a poignant reminder of the journey towards peace and recovery. It is a powerful image of hope and new beginnings, as the people of Germany and the Allied forces worked together to rebuild their shattered world.
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