Metal Print : Beaumont Hamel 1916
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Beaumont Hamel 1916
British troops resting in a support trench, some asleep, shortly before the attack on Beaumont Hamel on the first day of the Somme campaign
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Media ID 4427815
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15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our stunning Media Storehouse Metal Print of Beaumont Hamel 1916, an evocative image of British troops taking a moment's respite in a support trench before the fateful attack on July 1, 1916, during the Somme campaign. This high-quality metal print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings the history of the First World War to life with its vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Each print is meticulously crafted using a state-of-the-art printing process on a sturdy aluminum sheet, ensuring a long-lasting and eye-catching display. Add this powerful piece of history to your home or office and let the story of the past unfold before your eyes.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
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 a moment of respite for British troops in the support trenches at Beaumont Hamel, just days before the fateful attack on July 1, 1916 during the Somme campaign of World War I. The image, dated 1916, shows a group of weary soldiers huddled together in the cramped and muddy trench, some dozing off while others chat and smoke. The grim realities of trench warfare are evident in the soldiers' bedraggled uniforms, the piles of discarded equipment, and the ever-present danger of enemy fire. The First Day of the Somme, also known as the Battle of Beaumont Hamel, was one of the largest and bloodiest battles of the war, with over one million casualties on both sides. The British forces launched a massive assault on the German positions, hoping to make a decisive breakthrough and bring an end to the stalemate on the Western Front. However, the attack was met with heavy resistance, and the British suffered devastating losses. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the moments of quiet reflection that soldiers found amidst the chaos and carnage. It is a powerful reminder of the bravery and resilience of the men who fought in the trenches of the Somme, and the sacrifices they made for their country.
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