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Poster Print : Maxim gun in action on the British Front, First World War, 1915, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
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Maxim gun in action on the British Front, First World War, 1915, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Village Fighting in Flanders: a Maxim gun in action on the British Front, First World War, 1915, (c1920). From " The Great World War - A History" Volume III, edited by Frank A Mumby. [The Gresham Publishing Company Ltd, London, c1920]
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, taken from "The Great World War - A History" Volume III, edited by Frank A Mumby, circa 1920, depicts the raw power and intensity of warfare during the First World War. Witness the Maxim gun in action on the British Front in 1915, as soldiers bravely engage in village fighting in Flanders. With an unknown creator, this historic print offers a unique glimpse into the past, perfect for history enthusiasts and collectors alike.
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 59.4cm x 39cm (23.4" x 15.4")
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.
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Maxim Gun in Action on the British Front, First World War, 1915
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures a crucial moment during the First World War. Taken in Flanders in 1915, it showcases the sheer power of a Maxim gun as it unleashes its devastating firepower on the battlefield. The unknown creator skillfully freezes this intense scene for eternity. Amidst the chaos and destruction of war, we see a lone machine gunner operating this formidable weapon with precision and determination. His face is obscured by his helmet, but we can sense his unwavering focus as he defends his country against enemy forces. The trench warfare setting adds to the gravity of the image – muddy trenches stretch into infinity behind him while barbed wire fences serve as reminders of imminent danger. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the harsh realities faced by soldiers on both sides during this brutal conflict. Published in "The Great World War - A History" edited by Frank A Mumby, this print offers us an invaluable glimpse into one aspect of life on the British Front during World War I. It stands as a testament to human resilience and sacrifice amidst unimaginable circumstances. As we reflect upon this haunting image from our past, let us remember those who fought bravely for their countries and honor their memory by striving for peace in our present world.
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