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Captured German soldier during Battle of the Bulge
A captured German soldier during the Ardennes counter-offensive is shown holding a pair of American army trousers. He may have been a member of the S.S. unit commanded by Otto Skorzeny, whose men were instructed to wear captured Allied uniforms and carry out actions behind Allied lines in order to create confusion. Date: December 1944
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1944 Ardennes Bulge Captured Counter Offensive Otto Trousers Uniforms December
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Captured German Soldier during Battle of the Bulge" poster print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, vividly depicts the raw intensity of war as a defeated German soldier is shown holding a pair of American army trousers. With the backdrop of the Ardennes forest, this powerful and poignant image may serve as a reminder of the fierce battles that transpired during the Ardennes counter-offensive. This rights-managed print is an essential addition to any history or military-themed wall, inspiring reflection and conversation.
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 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of surrender during the intense and chaotic final stages of the Battle of the Bulge in December 1944. The Ardennes counter-offensive, launched by the German army under the command of Field Marshal Walter Model, aimed to split the Allied forces in two and push them back towards the Rhine River. One of the most unconventional tactics employed by the Germans was the use of S.S. units, led by the notorious Otto Skorzeny, who were instructed to wear captured Allied uniforms and carry out actions behind enemy lines. In this image, a weary and defeated German soldier is seen holding a pair of American army trousers, likely taken from a fallen comrade or captured supply cache. The soldier's expression conveys a sense of resignation and defeat, as the tide of the battle had turned decisively against the Germans. The Battle of the Bulge marked the beginning of the end for the German war effort, and this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict. The Battle of the Bulge was one of the last major German offensive campaigns on the Western Front during World War II. Lasting from December 16, 1944, to January 25, 1945, the battle resulted in heavy casualties for both sides, with an estimated 100,000 American and 106,000 German soldiers killed, wounded, or missing. The photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of war and the complex tactics employed by both sides during this pivotal moment in history.
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