Poster 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
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the haunting beauty and historical significance of "Aubercourt - Bombed end of town, July 18" by Gunner Vivian John Cummings, an evocative image from the First World War. Part of the Media Storehouse range of poster prints from Mary Evans Prints Online, this captivating photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the past. Taken in the devastated town of Aubercourt, France, in July 18, this rights-managed image portrays the aftermath of the relentless conflict. The destroyed buildings, smoke-filled sky, and the sense of desolation convey the harsh realities of war. Bring this powerful piece of history into your home or office as a conversation starter or a reminder of the past. The high-quality print is perfect for any space that values historical authenticity and artistic expression. Order now and add a piece of history to your collection. Each print comes with a certificate of authenticity, ensuring the provenance and integrity of your purchase.
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 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
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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