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British In Ireland
British tanks on a beach near Cork in the Republic of Ireland, probably during the Irish War of Independence, circa 1920. (Photo by FPG/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Media ID 11925642
© 2008 Getty Images
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating British in Ireland poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, captured by FPG/Hulton Archive, takes you back to the Irish War of Independence in the early 1920s. Witness the powerful presence of British tanks on the Irish shoreline, as they come ashore near Cork in the Republic of Ireland. This fine art print, brought to you by Fine Art Storehouse, is a mesmerizing addition to any historical or military-themed room, inviting reflection on pivotal moments in Irish and British history.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 56.4cm x 42cm (22.2" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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 print takes us back to a significant chapter in history, capturing the presence of British tanks on a beach near Cork in the Republic of Ireland. The image likely dates back to the Irish War of Independence, circa 1920. As we gaze upon this sepia-toned snapshot from Fine Art Storehouse, it becomes evident that this moment encapsulates both tension and curiosity. In the foreground, a group of young boys stands alongside men dressed in military attire. Their expressions reveal a mix of awe and uncertainty as they observe these imposing war machines stationed on their shores. The contrast between innocence and conflict is strikingly portrayed through the juxtaposition of childlike wonder with the harsh reality of armed forces occupying their land. The tank itself looms large against the backdrop of crashing waves and sandy dunes, symbolizing not only military might but also an undeniable sense of domination. Its formidable presence serves as a reminder that power dynamics were at play during this tumultuous period in British-Irish relations. As viewers, we are transported back in time to witness this pivotal moment firsthand – an era marked by struggle for independence and national identity. This photograph invites contemplation about how historical events shape our present-day understanding while reminding us that even amidst turmoil, life continues with children playing innocently under watchful eyes.
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