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Fine Art Print : Crimean War, Russian soldiers at Hango
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Crimean War, Russian soldiers at Hango
Crimean War -- Russian soldiers at Hango, firing on the crew members of an English boat, despite the fact that they are holding up a flag of truce.
1855
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Media ID 14372043
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1850s 1855 Action Attack Cassell Crew Crimean Firing Protection Truce Hango
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the evocative image of Russian soldiers during the Crimean War. Taken from the Mary Evans Picture Library, this captivating print depicts a tense moment at Hango, where Russian troops disregard the truce flag and open fire on English boat crew members in 1855. Bring the history and drama of this pivotal era into your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print. Order now and relive the past through the power of fine art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 image captures a pivotal moment during the Crimean War in 1855, as Russian soldiers at Hango, near Balaklava in the Crimean Peninsula, engage in a fierce attack on a British boat and its crew, despite the men's attempts to protect themselves with a flag of truce. The soldiers, dressed in heavy winter uniforms and armed with muskets, are seen firing relentlessly towards the small vessel, their determined expressions etched on their faces. The crew members, huddled together on the deck, hold up the white flag in a desperate plea for mercy, but to no avail. The smoke from the gunpowder fills the air, adding to the chaos and intensity of the scene. This powerful photograph, taken during the mid-1850s, provides a poignant reminder of the brutal realities of war and the sacrifices made by soldiers and civilians alike. The image is a testament to the bravery and resilience of those involved, as well as the complex and often fraught dynamics of international conflict. This historical print, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a unique glimpse into the past and serves as an important reminder of the human stories that lie behind the annals of history.
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