Canvas Print : British Army recruits receiving their pay, London, WW1
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British Army recruits receiving their pay, London, WW1
British Army recruits receiving their pay in St Martins Churchyard, Trafalgar Square, London at the beginning of the First World War. Date: August 1914
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Media ID 7180465
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints collection, featuring an evocative image of British Army recruits receiving their pay in St Martins Churchyard, Trafalgar Square, London during the early days of World War I. This powerful photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, beautifully captures the spirit of determination and camaraderie as soldiers gathered to collect their wages, marking the beginning of their journey into the unknown. Our high-quality canvas prints bring this piece of history into your home or office, allowing you to relive the past with stunning detail and vibrant colors. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium materials, ensuring a long-lasting and beautiful addition to your space. Order yours today and step back in time with Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 truth for newly enlisted British Army recruits as they receive their first pay at the beginning of the First World War. The scene unfolds in the tranquil setting of St Martin-in-the-Fields Churchyard, located in the heart of London's Trafalgar Square. Dressed in their uniforms and carrying their belongings, the men eagerly gather around a table manned by a military pay clerk. The air is filled with a mix of anticipation and relief, as these ordinary men prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey. The pay clerk, a stern yet fair-faced man, meticulously distributes the wages, handing over bars of pay to each recruit. The pay was issued in the form of a metal bar, stamped with the value, which could be exchanged for goods and services or melted down for cash. The recruits' expressions range from jubilation to quiet contemplation, reflecting the diverse emotions that accompanied the start of their military careers. The railings of the churchyard serve as a backdrop to this historic event, providing a sense of stability and continuity amidst the chaos of war. The scene is a poignant reminder of the thousands of young men who answered the call to duty, leaving their homes and families behind to defend their country. This photograph, taken in August 1914, is a testament to the courage and resilience of the British people during the Great War.
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