Mounted Print : French officers sharing a hasty meal with British officers
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French officers sharing a hasty meal with British officers
Photograph: French officers sharing a hasty meal with British officers in a wood, during a lull behind the firing line ?somewhere? in the Somme region. Shows three French and four British officers. One of 193 British and Allied Official photographs taken on the Western Front during World War One. Mounted on card, some with their original captions. Associated with World War One, Western Front (1914-1918). Date: 1918
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Media ID 14404156
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Allied Behind Firing Lull Meal Official Photograph Region Sharing Somme Hasty Shows
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's Mounted Photos featuring this evocative image from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the poignant moment of camaraderie between French and British officers, sharing a simple meal amidst the harsh realities of the battlefield in the Somme region during World War I. This beautifully mounted photograph adds a unique touch to any room, telling a story of unity and resilience in the face of adversity. Bring a piece of history into your home with Media Storehouse's high-quality mounted prints.
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 15.2cm (8" x 6")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a rare moment of camaraderie and unity between French and British officers during the harsh realities of the Western Front in World War One. Taken in 1918, during a brief lull behind the firing line in the Somme region, the image shows three French officers and four British officers sharing a hasty meal in a woodland clearing. The scene is reminiscent of the famous Christmas Truce of 1914, when soldiers from both sides put down their weapons and celebrated the holiday together. Despite the ongoing conflict, this moment of respite highlights the shared humanity and common experiences of the soldiers on both sides of the trenches. The photograph is one of 193 official images taken by the British and Allied forces during the war, and is mounted on card with its original caption. The image is a poignant reminder of the complexities and nuances of the war experience, and the unexpected moments of connection that could occur even in the midst of conflict.
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