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Keep your mouths open! An order always necessary when guns are in hot action



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Keep your mouths open! An order always necessary when guns are in hot action

STC311071 Keep your mouths open! An order always necessary when guns are in hot action, from The Illustrated War News, 1916 (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Keeping their mouths open is intended to prevent damage to the ear drums of soldiers caused by the reverberations and noise of the artillery; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Media ID 22660298

© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images

British Army Ears Explosions Firing Front Line Heavy Artillery Shells Subaltern Trench Warfare Trenches Western Front 1914 1918 Wwi Ww One First World War 1914 1918 Great War Inner Ear


12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print

Experience the thrill of history with our captivating photographic print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "Keep your mouths open! An order always necessary when guns are in hot action" by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. This vintage illustration, taken from The Illustrated War News in 1916, captures the intensity and urgency of a battlefield moment. With its intricate details and authentic historical context, this print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Add this unique piece to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.

Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 17.2cm (12" x 6.8")

Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" 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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Keep your mouths open! An order always necessary when guns are in hot action

EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photo print, taken from The Illustrated War News in 1916, depicts a powerful scene from the trenches of World War I. Created by Richard Caton Woodville II and now part of a private collection, it offers a glimpse into the harsh realities faced by soldiers on the front lines. In this image, British soldiers can be seen with their mouths agape as they engage in intense combat. While at first glance this may seem peculiar, there is an important reason behind this command. By keeping their mouths open, these brave men aim to protect their delicate ear drums from the deafening noise and reverberations caused by artillery fire. The smoke-filled battlefield serves as a backdrop for this poignant moment captured by Woodville's skilled hand. It conveys both the chaos and bravery that defined trench warfare during the Great War. The soldiers' military uniforms are worn but proud reminders of their allegiance and sacrifice. As explosions echo through the air and heavy artillery unleashes its might upon them, these troops stand firm in their resolve to confront each other amidst the relentless fighting. This engraving immortalizes not only a specific era but also represents all those who fought valiantly during World War I. Through this striking image, we are reminded of the immense challenges faced by those who served on both sides of history's most devastating conflicts. It stands as a testament to human resilience and serves as an everlasting tribute to those who sacrificed everything for our freedom.

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