Poster Print : WW2 Humour - An American G. I. is mobbed by African Children
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WW2 Humour - An American G. I. is mobbed by African Children
WW2 Humour - An American G.I. is mobbed by African Children, all keen to get their hands on his chewing gum. Date: circa 1942
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Media ID 14396529
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Gang Horde Keen Mass Mobbed Surrounded Trooper
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Add a touch of historical charm to your walls with the Media Storehouse range of poster prints. This captivating image, titled "WW2 Humour - An American G.I. is mobbed by African Children," is a timeless snapshot of history brought to you by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Circa 1942, this photograph beautifully encapsulates the curiosity and joy of children reaching out to an American soldier, all eager to get a taste of his chewing gum. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office and start a conversation with this unique and intriguing poster print.
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 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
This photograph, taken circa 1942, encapsulates the unique moment when the innocence of childhood transcends the boundaries of war. An American G.I., likely a soldier or trooper of the United States Army, is surrounded by an enthusiastic horde of African children. Their keeness and eagerness are palpable as they reach out to touch, and perhaps even claim a piece of the soldier's chewing gum. The Second World War, a time of unimaginable hardship and turmoil, is momentarily forgotten as these children, much like their counterparts around the world, revel in the simple pleasure of a sweet treat. The soldier, despite the chaos unfolding around him, maintains a calm and patient demeanor, seemingly amused by the scene unfolding before him. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to find joy and connection, even in the most trying of circumstances. It is a testament to the universality of childhood and the enduring power of a smile, no matter the time or place.
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