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Arrival of Bulgarian Peace Envoy, 1918 by Matania
A Belgian peace envoy, having arrived in a car flying a white flag, salutes General Franchet d Espery at the British headquarters at Salonika to negotiate peace terms on 29 September 1918. Date: 1919
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Media ID 11398006
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Belgian Bulgaria Bulgarian Envoy Franchet Hands Headquarters Matania Peace Salonika Salute Saluting Shaking 1919
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Step back in time with our exquisite range of Mounted Photos from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Arrival of Bulgarian Peace Envoy, 1918" by Matania, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the historic moment when a Bulgarian peace envoy arrived at British headquarters in Salonika on 29 September 1918. General Franchet d'Espery warmly salutes the envoy as they negotiate peace terms, marking a significant step towards the end of World War I. Add this stunning, rights-managed piece of history to your collection and bring timeless stories to life in your home or office.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 13.3cm (8" x 5.2")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the poignant moment of the Arrival of the Bulgarian Peace Envoy at the British headquarters in Salonika on September 29, 1918. The Bulgarian envoy, dressed in formal attire and carrying a white flag as a symbol of peace, steps out of a car to salute General Franchet d'Espery, the French commander-in-chief of the Allied forces in Macedonia. The general, in turn, extends his hand in a gesture of goodwill and acceptance of the envoy's peaceful intentions. The First World War was drawing to a close, and the Allied powers were making significant advances against the Central Powers on various fronts. Bulgaria, which had joined the Central Powers in 1915, was facing military defeat and was seeking to negotiate a peace settlement. The Bulgarian peace envoy's arrival marked a crucial turning point in the war, as it signaled Bulgaria's willingness to surrender and end the hostilities. The photograph, taken by the renowned Belgian artist Matania, captures the solemnity and importance of the moment. The use of a white flag as a symbol of peace and the formal attire of the envoy and the general underscore the gravity of the situation. The image is a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of diplomacy and negotiation in resolving conflicts. The photograph, dated 1919, is a testament to the historical significance of the event and the role that diplomacy played in bringing an end to the First World War. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers and civilians alike during the war and the importance of peace in preserving human dignity and security.
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