Poster Print : British soldier fishing with bayoneted rifle, WW1
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
British soldier fishing with bayoneted rifle, WW1
A British soldier fishing in a canal with his bayoneted rifle after fighting at Mons, Belgium, in the early days of the First World War. Date: 1914
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14131783
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Angler Angling Bayonet Bayoneted Belgian Break Canal Mons Peace Peaceful Relaxing Rest Resting Rifle Tommy Watching Weapon
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of historic poster prints, featuring this evocative image of a British soldier taking a break from the battlefield. Dating back to 1914, this poignant photograph captured a moment of respite during the early days of the First World War. With his bayoneted rifle at the ready, the soldier casts a line into a canal at Mons, Belgium - a powerful reminder of the human side of conflict. This high-quality poster print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a must-have for history enthusiasts and those seeking to add a touch of nostalgia to their walls. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your home.
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 39.3cm x 59.4cm (15.5" x 23.4")
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
Amidst the chaos and turmoil of the early days of the First World War, a moment of peace and tranquility unfolds as a weary British soldier takes a break from the battlefield to enjoy a spot of fishing in a quiet canal in Mons, Belgium, 1914. Dressed in his full military uniform and armed with a bayoneted rifle, this 'Tommy' soldier shows an unexpected side to the harsh realities of war. The serene scene contrasts sharply with the intense fighting that had taken place just hours before. Children gather around, their curious eyes fixed on the soldier's every move, as he casts his line into the still water. The soldier's focus is solely on the simple pleasure of angling, a pastime that offers a brief respite from the horrors of war. The peaceful scene is reminiscent of a bygone era, a time when the harsh realities of war were momentarily forgotten. This poignant photograph captures the human side of war, highlighting the resilience and determination of the soldiers who fought in the Great War. It serves as a reminder that even in the most trying of times, moments of peace and relaxation can still be found, no matter how fleeting they may be.
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