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Billet at Cliffe Fort, near the Cliffe on the Hoo peninsula



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Billet at Cliffe Fort, near the Cliffe on the Hoo peninsula

Billet at Cliffe Fort, near the village of Cliffe on the Hoo peninsula in Kent.. 21017 Private P. J. Hill, D Company, 20Th Battalion, The County Of London Regiment. Studied At Lambeth School Of Art, St. Oswalds Place, Upper Kennington Lane. Resided At 6 Amott Road, Peckham Rye, London In 1895

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© David Cohen Fine Art/Mary Evans Picture Library

21017 Amott Battalion Billet Cliffe Fort Kennington Lambeth Lane Oswalds Peckham Peninsula Private Regiment Regiments Resided Studied Topographical 1895 Upper


A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print

Introducing the captivating Billet at Cliffe Fort poster print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the Cliffe on the Hoo peninsula in Kent. Depicting a poignant moment during the First World War, this Rights Managed print features a soldier named P.J. Hill, 21017, of D Company, 20th Battalion, The County Of London Regiment, taking a break amidst the rugged beauty of Cliffe Fort. The fortification, nestled by the river Thames, stands as a testament to the rich history of the region and the bravery of those who served there. Bring this captivating piece of history into your home or office to inspire, engage, and start a conversation. The high-quality print is sure to make a striking addition to any space, evoking a sense of nostalgia and admiration for the past. Order your Billet at Cliffe Fort poster print today and let the story unfold.

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
Billet at Cliffe Fort: A Soldier's Moment of Respite during the First World War This evocative photograph captures the image of 21017 Private P.J. Hill, a soldier from D Company of the 20th Battalion, The County of London Regiment, taking a moment of rest at Cliffe Fort near the village of Cliffe on the Hoo Peninsula in Kent, England. The year was 1917, and the First World War was in full swing. The fort, built in the late 1850s to protect the Thames Estuary from invasion, now served as a temporary barracks for the soldiers. Private Hill, who studied at the Lambeth School of Art located at St. Oswalds Place, Upper Kennington Lane, London, before the war, found solace in the historic surroundings of the fort. The topographical details of the fort's ruins and the vast expanse of the Thames Estuary can be seen in the background, adding a sense of history and context to the scene. The soldier, dressed in his military uniform, sits on a makeshift billet, a temporary shelter or lodging for soldiers, with his rifle leaning against a wall. The worn-out look on his face and the tired expression in his eyes suggest the physical and emotional toll of the war. Yet, there is a sense of calm and respite in the image, as if the soldier is taking a brief moment to collect his thoughts and recharge before returning to the front lines. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human side of war, showcasing the experiences of the soldiers who fought in the First World War and the temporary moments of peace they found amidst the chaos and destruction.

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