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Tommy?s washing day in Flanders
Photograph: Tommy?s washing day in Flanders. Many a mere male civilian would prefer a day in the trenches, but the British soldier is quite a handy man, and enjoys the change.One of 193 British and Allied Official photographs taken on the Western Front during World War One.Mounted on card, some with their original captions.Associated with World War One, Western Front (1914-1918). Date: 1918
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Media ID 14395098
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Allied Change Civilian Enjoys Flanders Handy Many Mere Official Photograph Prefer Tommys Trenches Washing
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the poignant moments of history into your home with our exquisite Tommy's washing day in Flanders poster print. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of daily life in the trenches during World War I. The British soldier, depicted in the photograph, demonstrates his aptitude as a handy man even amidst the harsh conditions of the battlefield. Add this captivating piece to your collection and relive a significant moment in history.
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 55.4cm x 42cm (21.8" 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.
Tommy's Washing Day in Flanders
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a poignant and intriguing photograph capturing a rare moment of respite for a British soldier during the harsh realities of the Western Front in World War One. The image shows a soldier, identified as Tommy, casually leaning against a makeshift washing line, surrounded by his fellow comrades as they attend to their laundry. The scene is a stark contrast to the grim and grueling conditions they faced in the trenches. The photograph challenges the stereotype of soldiers as mere cannon fodder, highlighting their resourcefulness and adaptability. Despite the horrors of war, Tommy and his companions find joy in the simple act of washing their clothes, relishing the change from the monotony and danger of trench life. This photograph is one of 193 official images taken on the Western Front during the war years, offering a unique glimpse into the daily lives of the soldiers. The image is mounted on card and retains its original caption, which underscores the soldiers' ability to find moments of normalcy amidst the chaos of war. The photograph is an essential addition to any World War One collection, providing a poignant reminder of the human side of the conflict. The image is associated with the Western Front (1914-1918) and was taken in 1918. It is an invaluable historical record and a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the soldiers who fought in the Great War.
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