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An RAF Barrage-Balloon Section of Soldiers Running for t?
An RAF Barrage-Balloon Section of Soldiers Running for the Salvation Army Mobile Canteen Truck Flying over Southern England, UK. Barrage-Balloons Were Used During the Battle-Of-Britain Date: 1941
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Media ID 18401898
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection of historical poster prints from Media Storehouse. This particular print, "An RAF Barrage-Balloon Section of Soldiers Running for the Salvation Army Mobile Canteen Truck Flying over Southern England, UK," is a striking image from the Battle of Britain era in 1941. The print, rights-managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the determination and resilience of the soldiers as they make a run for the Salvation Army canteen truck, all while a barrage balloon and its tether float above them. Add a touch of vintage charm to your home or office decor with this authentic and intriguing piece of history.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. 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.
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
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1. Title: "Running to Comfort: RAF Barrage-Balloon Soldiers Chasing the Salvation Army Mobile Canteen Truck in Southern England, 1941" 2. Description: This evocative black-and-white photograph captures a moment of relief and camaraderie amidst the intensity of the Battle of Britain in Southern England, 1941. A group of Royal Air Force (RAF) barrage-balloon soldiers, their faces etched with determination, sprint towards a Salvation Army mobile canteen truck as it flies overhead. The soldiers, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, carry their gear and weapons, their focus on reaching the much-needed sustenance and respite the canteen offers. 3. Context: During the Battle of Britain, which took place from July to October 1940, the skies above the United Kingdom were a battleground between the German Air Force (Luftwaffe) and the RAF. The RAF's barrage-balloon units played a crucial role in defending against enemy air raids by deploying large, helium-filled balloons tethered to the ground with ropes. These balloons, when struck by enemy aircraft, would burst, causing the attacker to crash or be damaged, providing a vital defensive measure. 4. The Salvation Army mobile canteens were a vital support system for the soldiers on the ground, providing hot meals, tea, and other essentials to the weary and famished troops. The sight of the mobile canteen truck in the sky, likely signaling its approach, would have been a welcome relief for these soldiers, who would have run towards it, as seen in this photograph. 5. The photograph, taken in 1941, is a poignant reminder of the unwavering spirit and determination of the soldiers during the Battle of Britain, as well as the crucial role that support systems, such as the Salvation Army, played in maintaining morale and sustaining the troops.
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