Metal Print : Pigeon Post
Metal Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Pigeon Post
A German soldier with a carrier pigeon, used for delivering messages during warfare. Date: 1930s
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Media ID 14299286
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Carrier Delivering Messages Pigeon Warfare
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring history to life with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring this evocative image of a German soldier with a carrier pigeon from Mary Evans Prints Online. Dating back to the 1930s, this rights-managed photograph captures a poignant moment in wartime history. Our high-quality Metal Prints elevate your chosen image into a stunning, modern work of art. The vibrant colors and exceptional detail bring out the true essence of this powerful photograph, making it a unique addition to any space. Order your Metal Print today and relive history in a whole new way.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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 essence of wartime communications during the 1930s, as a German soldier carefully tends to his carrier pigeon. The soldier, dressed in his military uniform and wearing a helmet, holds the bird in one hand while securing a message to its leg with the other. The pigeon, perched on the soldier's arm, looks alert and focused, ready for its important mission. Carrier pigeons played a crucial role in military communications during times of war, when other forms of communication were unreliable or impossible. Messages could be carried great distances quickly and efficiently by these birds, making them an essential tool for commanders on the battlefield. The use of carrier pigeons for military communications dates back to ancient times, but it was during the World Wars that their importance was truly recognized. In the 1930s, as the world geared up for another conflict, soldiers like the one in this photograph were trained in the art of pigeon messaging. The photograph captures the intimacy and trust between the soldier and his bird, as well as the importance of the mission at hand. The soldier's focused expression and the pigeon's alert posture convey a sense of urgency and determination, as they prepare to deliver an important message to the front lines. This historical photograph is a poignant reminder of the role that animals played in military communications during times of war, and the crucial role they played in ensuring the success of military operations. It is a fascinating glimpse into the past, and a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of soldiers and their animals during times of conflict.
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