Photo Mug : Kaiser Wilhelm falling through the air and dropped
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Kaiser Wilhelm falling through the air and dropped
No. 8/15. Kaiser Wilhelm falling through the air and failing to be caught in a sheet held by the Allied soldiers. Leon
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Allied Caught Failing Falling Held Kaiser Leon Print Sheet Wilhelm
Photo Mug
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug, a unique and personalized gift that brings history to life. Featuring an iconic image from the past, this mug showcases Kaiser Wilhelm's famous moment of defeat during World War I. In this captivating photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online (No. 8/15), the German Emperor is seen falling through the air, unable to be caught by the outstretched sheet of Allied soldiers. This high-quality mug not only serves as a functional drinkware but also as a conversation starter, making it an excellent addition to any collection or office break room. Embrace history and add a touch of nostalgia to your daily routine with the Media Storehouse Photo Mug.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the moment of Kaiser Wilhelm II's humiliating defeat during the First World War. Depicted here, the German Emperor is seen plummeting through the air, having failed to be caught in a makeshift net held by Allied soldiers. The photograph, taken by renowned war photographer Leon, encapsulates the chaos and unpredictability of the final days of the conflict. As the war drew to a close in 1918, Wilhelm's position as the leader of Germany became increasingly precarious. With the Allied forces closing in, the Kaiser abdicated on November 9, 1918, and fled to Holland. This photograph, taken on November 10, 1918, in the town of Spa, Belgium, shows the defeated monarch being forcibly removed from a train by Allied soldiers. The image of Wilhelm falling through the air, seemingly weightless and vulnerable, is a stark reminder of the end of an era. The sheet held by the soldiers, which was intended to catch him, symbolizes the failed attempts to maintain the status quo and the ultimate futility of the war. This powerful photograph, taken during the closing days of World War I, is a poignant and enduring image of the upheaval and transformation of Europe during this tumultuous period of history.
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