Poster Print : Jamaican soldiers, WW1
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Jamaican soldiers, WW1
Soldiers from Jamaica during the First World War. Royal Engineers on the left and Infantry on the right. Date: 1914
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Media ID 14234485
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Jamaican Soldiers WW1 poster print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a powerful moment from history with soldiers from Jamaica's Royal Engineers and Infantry units during the First World War. Dressed in their military uniforms and ready for action, this print transports you to the battlefields of 1914. Add this striking piece to your wall for a unique and historically significant addition to your home or office décor.
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 49cm x 42cm (19.3" x 16.5")
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
This evocative photograph captures a moment in history, showcasing the brave Jamaican soldiers who answered the call to duty during the First World War. The image, dated 1914, features two distinct groups of soldiers: the Royal Engineers on the left and the Infantry on the right. Their determined expressions and smart uniforms speak volumes of their dedication and patriotism. The Jamaican contingent, part of the larger British West Indies Regiment, played a significant role in the war effort. Over 1,200 men from Jamaica enlisted, and they served in various theaters, including France, Egypt, and Palestine. Their participation in the war was a testament to their loyalty to the British Crown and their commitment to the cause of freedom and democracy. The soldiers in this photograph are dressed in their distinctive uniforms, with the Royal Engineers wearing khaki drill uniforms and the Infantry donning the iconic red coats and white helmets. The scene is reminiscent of the colonial era, with the soldiers standing in formation against a backdrop of lush greenery, a stark contrast to the harsh battlefields they would soon face. As we reflect on this image, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by these brave men from Jamaica and the wider Caribbean during the First World War. Their stories serve as a testament to the resilience and courage of the human spirit, and their legacy continues to inspire us today.
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