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Poster Print : Goats on the runway at an airfield in Ramitelli, Italy. Photograph by Toni Frissell, March 1945
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Goats on the runway at an airfield in Ramitelli, Italy. Photograph by Toni Frissell, March 1945
WORLD WAR II: AIRFIELD.
Goats on the runway at an airfield in Ramitelli, Italy. Photograph by Toni Frissell, March 1945
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Media ID 10407334
1945 Airfield Allied Dirt Road Fighter Plane Frissell Goat Italy March Ramitelli Runway Toni Us Air Force World War Ii Zoology
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the unique and captivating history of World War II through the eyes of renowned photographer Toni Frissell with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This striking image, taken in March 1945 at an airfield in Ramitelli, Italy, showcases a herd of goats making their way across the runway. The unexpected scene, juxtaposed against the backdrop of military aircraft, offers a rare glimpse into the past. Bring this piece of history into your home or office with our high-quality poster prints, expertly reproduced from The Granger Collection. Order now and relive the past, one image at a time.
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 42cm x 44cm (16.5" x 17.3")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a unique moment during World War II at an airfield in Ramitelli, Italy. Taken by the talented photographer Toni Frissell in March 1945, it showcases a surprising sight on the runway - goats! In this intriguing image, a group of goats casually roam across the dirt road that serves as a makeshift runway for fighter planes. The juxtaposition of these peaceful animals against the backdrop of war is both striking and thought-provoking. It reminds us that even amidst chaos and destruction, life continues to thrive. The presence of these goats also highlights the resourcefulness and adaptability of those involved in the war effort. With limited resources available, every inch of land was utilized for various purposes, including grazing livestock. As part of the Allied forces' efforts to liberate Italy from German occupation, this airfield played a crucial role in supporting American operations. The photograph offers us a glimpse into daily life at this strategic location during wartime. Toni Frissell's skillful composition captures not only the essence of this unusual scene but also conveys a sense of tranquility amid turmoil. This remarkable print serves as a powerful reminder that even in times of conflict, nature finds its way to coexist with humanity's endeavors.
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