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Poster Print : First Blood in the Battle of the Somme, First Worlds War, 1 July 1916, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
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First Blood in the Battle of the Somme, First Worlds War, 1 July 1916, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
First Blood in the Battle of the Somme, First Worlds War, 1 July 1916, (c1920)....the storming of Montauban [in northern France] over the sunken road in front of the village. Drawn by S. Begg. From " The Great World War: A History", Volume VI, edited by Frank A Mumby. [The Gresham Publishing Company Ltd, London, c1920]
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20x30 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our historic black-and-white poster print, "First Blood in the Battle of the Somme, 1916." This captivating image, created around 1920, depicts the pivotal moment during the First World War as British troops charge towards Montauban in northern France. The sunken road in front of the village becomes a battleground as soldiers storm through the trenches, marking the beginning of one of the most significant battles of the war. Add this vintage poster to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office. The print is sourced from Heritage Images and is an authentic reproduction of the original work, drawn by S. Begg. Order now and relive the past with this striking and evocative poster print."
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Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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First Blood in the Battle of the Somme, First World War, 1 July 1916
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This powerful print captures a defining moment in history - the storming of Montauban during the Battle of the Somme. The image depicts a sunken road leading to the village, with brave soldiers charging forward amidst explosions and heavy artillery fire. The black and white composition adds to its haunting quality, emphasizing the stark reality faced by those on the front lines. The landscape is scarred by shell craters and smoke fills the air as men bravely push forward against unimaginable odds. Although created by an unknown artist, this print from "The Great World War: A History" serves as a testament to their skill in capturing such raw emotion and chaos. It transports us back to that fateful day in 1916 when countless lives were forever changed. In this scene, we witness not only the horrors of war but also glimpses of courage and determination displayed by these soldiers. Their sacrifice should never be forgotten as they fought for their countries' ideals on foreign soil. As we reflect upon this photograph today, let us remember all those who served during World War I - their bravery, resilience, and unwavering spirit. May it serve as a reminder that peace is precious and worth fighting for.
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