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Are We Downhearted? WWI postcard
Patriotic WWI poem - relating to the early part of the conflict and the Little Army sent in as the British Expeditionary Force to combat German advances in 1914/15. The link is made to the African Wars and the outnumbered British colonial forces under Frederick Roberts, 1st Earl Roberts one of the most successful British commanders of the 19th century. The BEF did remarkably well (considering the size of the force it faced), and German advances were as good as halted following fierce fighting at Le Cateau, Mons, Aisne and Ypres. Date: 1915
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Media ID 11549941
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Allies Belgian Confidence Expeditionary Lift Lifted Lifting Patriotic Patriotism Propaganda Roberts Serbia Serbian Spirits Downhearted
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 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 23x19 inches (584x482mm). 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 24.9cm x 39.6cm (9.8" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
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
Are We Downhearted? - A Patriotic WWI Poem and the indomitable Spirit of the British Expeditionary Force (BEF) Amidst the somber backdrop of World War I, this poignant postcard titled "Are We Downhearted?" serves as a testament to the unwavering resolve and determination of the British Expeditionary Force (BEF) during the early stages of the conflict. The image features a group of soldiers standing tall, their faces adorned with the Union Jack and the Japanese flag, symbolizing the alliance between Britain and Japan against the German forces. The poem inscribed on the postcard speaks to the spirits of the British soldiers, who, despite being outnumbered and facing formidable opposition, remained undeterred. The lines "Are we downhearted? No, we're not! We'll fight it out on land and sea and air. With Roberts as our guide, we'll conquer or perish there." pay homage to the legendary British commander, Frederick Roberts, 1st Earl Roberts. Roberts, one of the most successful British commanders of the 19th century, led the British colonial forces in Africa with great success. The BEF, sent to Europe in 1914 to combat German advances, remarkably held their ground against seemingly insurmountable odds. The fierce fighting at Le Cateau, Mons, Aisne, and Ypres halted the German advances, lifting the spirits of the Allies and the Belgian and French forces. The Russian and Serbian armies joined the cause, further bolstering the morale of the troops. This poignant postcard, created in 1915, serves as a powerful reminder of the indomitable spirit of the British Expeditionary Force during the early days of World War I. The image of the soldiers standing proudly, their faces adorned with the Union Jack and the Japanese flag, symbolizes the unity and determination of the Allies in the face of adversity.
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