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Fine Art Print : College boys returning to Eton with gas masks, Sept 1939
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College boys returning to Eton with gas masks, Sept 1939
Boys returning to Eton to resume their education after the Summer holidays, shortly after the outbreak of the Second World War earlier that month. Each boy carries a gas mask and wears a top hat.
1939
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Media ID 23269024
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
College Eton Jul19 Mask Phoney Phony Raid Raids
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this evocative Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. Witness the poignant moment as College boys, clad in top hats, make their way back to Eton College in September 1939, carrying their gas masks as a grim reminder of the impending Second World War. This historical image, captured by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into the past, making it an excellent addition to any home or office decor. Order now and bring a piece of history into your space.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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September 1939: Boys of Eton College Returning Amidst the Uncertainties of War Amidst the ominous backdrop of the approaching Second World War, boys of Eton College, one of England's most prestigious public schools, returned to their academic pursuits after the summer holidays. The image captures the boys, each carrying a gas mask and donning their traditional top hats, as they make their way through the college gates. The gas masks, a stark reminder of the impending air raids, were a new addition to their school supplies. The phoney war, a term used to describe the initial period of the Second World War, had begun in late August 1939, with both the Allied and Axis powers adhering to a mutual agreement not to attack each other's territories. However, the uneasy calm was shattered on September 1st when Germany invaded Poland, marking the official start of the war. Despite the looming threat of air raids, the boys of Eton College resumed their education, determined not to let the war disrupt their academic journey. The image encapsulates the spirit of resilience and determination that defined the British people during this period. The gas masks, a symbol of preparedness, and the top hats, a symbol of tradition, serve as a poignant reminder of the unique blend of apprehension and normalcy that characterized life during the early days of the Second World War.
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