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WW1 - Heavy traffic - Rouen street - Confectioners Shop
WW1 - The influx of allied soldiers causing extra pedestrian traffic on a Rouen street, to the consternation of some of the locals - exacerbated here by the opening a popular confectioners shop...! Date: 1917
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Media ID 18073917
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Allied Causing Consternation Directing Directs Driver Extra Gendarme Influx Pedestrian Policeman Rouen Traffic Wagon
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Step back in time with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the evocative image of WW1 - Heavy traffic - Rouen street - Confectioners Shop. This unique mug showcases a captivating moment in history, where the influx of allied soldiers caused extra pedestrian traffic on a Rouen street, creating a sense of chaos and excitement. The opening of a popular confectioners shop only added to the hustle and bustle, as depicted in this Rights Managed image from Mary Evans Prints Online. Perfect for history enthusiasts or as a thoughtful gift, this mug is not just a drinkware, but a conversation starter and a piece of history in your hands.
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
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This evocative photograph captures the chaos and disruption caused by the influx of Allied soldiers in Rouen, France during World War I. Taken in 1917, the image shows a crowded street lined with shops, with a popular confectioner's store drawing a large number of soldiers and civilians. The heavy traffic of soldiers, horses, wagons, and carts has brought the streets to a near standstill, causing consternation among some of the local residents. A gendarme or policeman can be seen in the foreground, trying to direct the flow of pedestrian traffic and maintain order amidst the pandemonium. British soldiers, easily identified by their distinctive uniforms and equipment, dominate the scene, adding to the sense of foreign occupation. The opening of the confectioner's shop, no doubt a welcome distraction for the soldiers and a source of revenue for the locals, only adds to the already congested scene. This photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life of Rouen during the war years, highlighting the profound impact of the conflict on civilians and soldiers alike.
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