Photographic Print : Aubercourt - Bombed end of town, July 18
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Aubercourt - Bombed end of town, July 18
Aubercourt - Bombed end of town, July 18. 313870 Gunner Vivian John Cummings, Born 31.07.1875, 3Rd Canadian Division, Canadian Expeditionary Force
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Media ID 14152290
© David Cohen Fine Art/Mary Evans Picture Library
31071875 313870 Bombed Born Cummings Division Expeditionary Gunner Regiments Topographical Vivian
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This evocative image, "Aubercourt - Bombed end of town, July 18," transports you to the heart of history. Taken by Gunner Vivian John Cummings during the Canadian Expeditionary Force's involvement in World War I, this powerful photograph captures the devastating impact of war on a small French town. The ruins of Aubercourt, with its smoky skies and overturned vehicles, serve as a poignant reminder of the past. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and spark meaningful conversations with our high-quality, rights-managed prints from Mary Evans Prints Online.
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. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.1cm (10" x 7.1")
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
Aubercourt - Bombed End of Town, July 18, 1918: A poignant and powerful image of the devastation wrought by war, this photograph captures the end of the French town of Aubercourt as it lay in ruins following a bombing raid during the First World War. The date, July 18, 1918, is etched into the history of this small community, a reminder of the destructive impact of conflict on civilian populations. In the foreground of the photograph, the remnants of buildings are scattered haphazardly, their once-solid structures reduced to rubble. The once-thriving streets are now empty, save for the occasional debris and the ghostly outlines of what was once a vibrant community. The once-pristine facades of the buildings are now marred by the scars of war, their windows shattered and their walls pockmarked with the evidence of explosions. Among the ruins, the figure of Gunner Vivian John Cummings, born on July 31, 1875, stands as a solitary testament to the human cost of the conflict. A member of the 3rd Canadian Division of the Canadian Expeditionary Force, Cummings served valiantly in the First World War, and this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers like him. This image is a powerful testament to the history of the First World War and the impact of military conflict on civilian populations. The photograph is also a reminder of the importance of preserving historical records, and the role that they play in helping us to understand the past and the lessons that can be learned from it. This photograph is part of the Topographical Drawing Collection at Mary Evans Picture Library, and is a valuable resource for students of military history, historical research, and the history of the First World War. It is a reminder of the importance of remembering the past, and the role that images like this play in helping us to understand the complexities of history.
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