Premium Framed Print : Troops leaving for Duala, Cameroon, Africa, WW1
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Troops leaving for Duala, Cameroon, Africa, WW1
British troops at Freetown, Sierra Leone, leaving for an attack on a German fort at Duala (Douala), Cameroon, west central Africa, during the First World War. Date: circa 1914
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Artillery Attack Cameroon Cameroons Cannon Douala Fort Freetown Leaving Natives Sierra War Time Ww 1
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 39.6cm x 23cm (15.6" x 9.1")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the moment of departure for British troops stationed in Freetown, Sierra Leone, as they set off for an attack on a German fort at Duala (Douala), Cameroon, in 1914 during the early stages of the First World War. The soldiers, a mix of infantry and artillery units, are seen here loading onto a ship with determined expressions, ready to embark on the long and dangerous journey to the west central African coast. The fort at Duala, held by German forces, was a significant strategic position, controlling access to the Cameroon River and the vital trade routes inland. The troops are seen here with their equipment, including rifles, cannons, and artillery pieces, which would be essential in the assault on the German fort. The native population of the Cameroons, who are also visible in the photograph, are seen watching the troops leave with a mixture of curiosity and apprehension. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the global reach of the First World War and the sacrifices made by soldiers from all corners of the British Empire. The attack on Duala was a significant victory for the Allies, but came at a cost, with heavy casualties on both sides. This photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of war in Africa during this period, and the determination and courage of the soldiers who fought in it.
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