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Allied truck watering Italian roads; Second World War, 1944
Photograph showing an Allied truck employed in watering dusty Italian roads, 1944. The warning sign on the right-hand side gives the reason for the watering: driving fast along such roads threw up clouds of dust and could draw the attention of German artillery
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Media ID 4391843
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1944 Allied Artillery Attention Clouds Draw Driving Dust Dusty Employed Fast Reason Roads Threw Truck Warning Watering
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.8cm x 24.4cm (7.4" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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 from 1944 captures a crucial moment during the Second World War, as an Allied truck is seen watering dusty Italian roads. The importance of this task is highlighted by the warning sign on the right-hand side, which explains that driving fast along these roads could draw the attention of German artillery.
The image serves as a powerful reminder of the challenges faced by soldiers during wartime, with every action carrying significant risk. The sight of the truck diligently working to reduce dust clouds and minimize potential danger underscores the dedication and sacrifice required in such circumstances.
Through this historical snapshot, we are transported back to a time when every decision made on the battlefield held immense weight. The import of keeping roads clear and minimizing visibility for enemy forces is palpable in this scene, adding depth and poignancy to an otherwise mundane task.
As we reflect on this photograph, we are reminded of the bravery and resilience displayed by those who served during WWII. Their commitment to duty, even in seemingly routine activities like road maintenance, speaks volumes about their unwavering resolve in the face of adversity.
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