Jigsaw Puzzle : General Montgomery meeting cub scout, Netherlands
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General Montgomery meeting cub scout, Netherlands
General Montgomery meeting a Dutch cub scout, watched by a crowd of spectators in the Netherlands. Date: 1945
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Media ID 14167772
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1945 Beret Cubs Friendly Hands Holland Leaders Meeting Montgomery Monty Netherlands Postwar Shake Shaking Spectators Watching Scout Scouting Scouts
Jigsaw Puzzle (1014 Pieces)
Discover the captivating history of World War II with our "General Montgomery meeting Cub Scout" jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intriguing puzzle, featuring an iconic image from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a heartwarming moment between General Montgomery and a Dutch Cub Scout, surrounded by a curious crowd in the Netherlands in 1945. Assemble this beautiful puzzle and relive an inspiring tale of hope and unity during a time of conflict. Bring history to life in your home with this engaging and educational puzzle.
Made in the USA, 1014-piece puzzles measure 20" x 30" (50.8 x 76.2 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76cm (20" x 29.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in history as General Bernard Montgomery, one of the most renowned Allied commanders during World War II, meets a Dutch Cub Scout in the Netherlands in 1945. The image, taken during the post-war period, shows Montgomery extending a friendly hand to the young scout, clad in his distinctive uniform, as a crowd of spectators looks on. The scene is set against the backdrop of a war-torn Europe, with Montgomery's military bearing and the scout's youthful innocence creating a striking contrast. Montgomery, affectionately known as "Monty," was a British Army Field Marshal who played a pivotal role in the D-Day landings and the Battle of Normandy. His leadership and strategic prowess were instrumental in the Allied victory in Europe. The presence of Cub Scouts, an organization inspired by the British Scouting movement, underscores the enduring bond between the two nations during and after the war. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and hope that emerged from the ashes of war, as well as the importance of youth and community in times of adversity.
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