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Gun transport exercise, Wentworth Woodhouse, Yorkshire
An emergency gun transport exercise taking place at Wentworth Woodhouse, Lord Fitzwilliams residence at Rotherham, Yorkshire. The guns were hauled a distance of 72.5 miles at a speed of 21 mph under Northern Command supervision. Date: 1914
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Artillery Chassis Command Distance Emergency Exercise Experiment Fitzwilliam Guns Hauled Miles Preparation Rotherham Speed Supervision Wentworth Woodhouse Weapons
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience history come to life with this captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an intriguing moment during an emergency gun transport exercise at Wentworth Woodhouse in Rotherham, Yorkshire. This historic estate, once the largest private residence in Europe, played host to this significant event. Witness the past unfold through the lens of Mary Evans Prints Online, as Lord Fitzwilliam's team carefully moves guns across the expansive grounds. This exquisite print, part of our Fine Art Prints collection, is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike, adding a touch of timeless elegance and intrigue to any space.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.5cm x 17.7cm (14.4" 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.
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In this historic photograph, an emergency gun transport exercise is underway at Wentworth Woodhouse, the magnificent residence of the Earl of Fitzwilliam in Rotherham, Yorkshire, England. The year is 1914, and the ominous clouds on the horizon foreshadow the impending Great War. Northern Command is overseeing the operation, as guns are being hauled from Wentworth Woodhouse to an undisclosed location, a distance of 72.5 miles, at a speed of 21 miles per hour. The guns, likely artillery pieces, are being transported on carriages and chassis-mounted cars. This exercise was a crucial part of the first preparations for the war effort, as the rapid transport of weapons to the front lines was essential for the success of military operations. The soldiers and workers involved in the transport are focused and determined, their faces set with determination as they navigate the rough terrain. The image captures the sense of urgency and importance of the moment, as the country braced itself for the challenges of World War I. This photograph is an invaluable historical record of the early stages of the war, and the vital role that Wentworth Woodhouse and its inhabitants played in the larger conflict.
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