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Poster Print : Destoyed vehicle, Rue de Castiglione, liberation of Paris, August 1944
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Destoyed vehicle, Rue de Castiglione, liberation of Paris, August 1944
Destoyed vehicle, Rue de Castiglione, liberation of Paris, August 1944. After just over four years of occupation, the Germans surrendered the city to the French 2nd Armoured Division on 25 August 1944. The previous week saw fighting on the streets as the French Resistance and elements of the general population rose up in revoly against their occupiers
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20x30 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Poster Print of the Destroyed Vehicle on Rue de Castiglione during the Liberation of Paris in August 1944. Witness the poignant moment of freedom as the French 2nd Armoured Division took control of the city after four long years of German occupation. This historic photograph, captured by an unknown artist from Heritage Images, is a powerful reminder of the courage and resilience of the human spirit. Bring this evocative image into your home or office and add a touch of history to your decor.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the aftermath of a destroyed vehicle on Rue de Castiglione during the liberation of Paris in August 1944. After enduring over four years of German occupation, the city finally witnessed its freedom when the French 2nd Armoured Division forced the surrender of their oppressors on August 25th. In the preceding week, fierce fighting erupted on these very streets as both members of the French Resistance and ordinary citizens rose up against their occupiers. The image showcases a scene filled with curiosity and relief. A crowd gathers around, curious about the extent of damage inflicted upon this once functional mode of transportation. Amongst them are men, women, children, and even a young boy who stands in awe at such destruction caused by war. The photograph not only symbolizes liberation but also represents resilience amidst adversity. The burnt-out vehicle serves as a stark reminder of Germany's presence in France during World War II. It is an embodiment of both destruction and hope for a better future. As we gaze upon this monochrome snapshot frozen in time, we can't help but reflect on how far Paris has come since those dark days. This image encapsulates an important chapter in history - one that should never be forgotten or taken for granted.
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