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Poster Print : Army recruit learns to fire machine gun, WW2 preparations
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Army recruit learns to fire machine gun, WW2 preparations
Army recruit learning to fire a machine gun, WW2 preparations Date: 1939
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Media ID 32247968
© A The John Barrett Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Booklet Learning Majestys Preparations Prewar Recruit
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our authentic WW2-inspired poster print from The John Barrett Collection, exclusively available at Media Storehouse. This evocative image captures the intensity and determination of an Army recruit as he learns to handle a machine gun during wartime preparations. With a date stamp of 1939, this print transports you back to an era of courage and resilience. Bring a piece of history into your home or office and add character to any wall space.
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 37.4cm x 59.4cm (14.7" 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.
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In this evocative photograph from April 1939, an Army recruit focuses intently on his target as he learns the intricacies of firing a machine gun during the pre-war preparations for World War II. The image, part of The John Barrett Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back to the 1930s and the tense atmosphere of the impending conflict. The recruit wears a serious expression as he adjusts his aim, his hands steady on the gun's grip. The machine gun, a formidable weapon of war, lies before him, its ominous presence a reminder of the gravity of the situation. The scene is set against a backdrop of barren terrain, with the sun casting long shadows on the ground. This moment captures the essence of the pre-war training regimen, as young men were prepared to defend their country against the looming threat of war. The recruit's intense focus and determination are a testament to the courage and resilience of those who answered the call to service. The photograph also serves as a poignant reminder of the historical significance of this period. The Majesty's Booklet, a British publication from the time, described the machine gun as "the most devastating weapon in modern warfare," and the importance of mastering its use cannot be overstated. As we reflect on this image, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by these brave men and women during the 1930s and the lead-up to World War II. Their dedication and commitment to their country's defense continue to inspire us today.
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