Fine Art Print : Eton College Office Training Corps drilling before lessons
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Eton College Office Training Corps drilling before lessons
Schoolboy members of the Officers Training Corp at Eton College going through an early morning drill before beginning the days studies in 1915. Date: 1915
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Media ID 14191661
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This captivating image of Eton College Office Training Corps members drilling before lessons in 1915, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to a bygone era. Each print is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail. Add a touch of history and character to your home or office with this unique and intriguing piece.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 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 35.5cm x 17.7cm (14" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 33cm (27" x 13")
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 scene of young boys from Eton College's Office Training Corps (OTC) engaged in an early morning drill before the start of their lessons in 1915. As part of the British military tradition, these schoolboys, dressed in their distinctive top hats and uniforms, were receiving essential military training that would prepare them for potential service in the ongoing First World War. The OTC, which was established in 1852, was an essential component of the British public school system, providing students with a solid foundation in military discipline, leadership, and teamwork. The photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of these elite students, who were afforded opportunities and resources far beyond the reach of most boys during this era. The rigid drill routine, reminiscent of the military training received by adult soldiers, underscores the seriousness with which the education of these future leaders was taken. The boys, focused and determined, are seen practicing their rifle drills, their expressions reflecting a sense of camaraderie and purpose. As the sun begins to rise in the background, casting long shadows on the lush, green lawn, the scene takes on an almost surreal quality. The juxtaposition of the military training ground and the idyllic English countryside serves as a poignant reminder of the unique blend of tradition, privilege, and duty that characterized the British public school experience during this period. This photograph, taken in 1915, offers a captivating glimpse into a bygone era, providing valuable insights into the lives of these privileged students and the role they played in the larger historical context of the First World War.
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