Poster Print : General Montgomery meeting cub scout, Netherlands
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General Montgomery meeting cub scout, Netherlands
General Montgomery meeting a Dutch cub scout, watched by a crowd of spectators in the Netherlands. Date: 1945
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Media ID 14167772
© Mary Evans / The Scout Association
1945 Beret Cubs Friendly Hands Holland Leaders Meeting Montgomery Monty Netherlands Postwar Shake Shaking Spectators Watching Scout Scouting Scouts
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience history come to life with our stunning selection of poster prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of "General Montgomery meeting cub scout, Netherlands" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful photograph captures a poignant moment in history as General Bernard Montgomery, a British Field Marshal during World War II, greets a young cub scout in the Netherlands in 1945. The image is watched by a crowd of spectators, a testament to the impact of Montgomery's presence. Bring this inspiring moment into your home or office and relive the stories of the past. Our high-quality poster prints are perfect for adding character to any space, and make a great gift for history enthusiasts. Order yours today and let the power of history move you.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in history as General Bernard Montgomery, one of the most renowned Allied commanders during World War II, meets a Dutch Cub Scout in the Netherlands in 1945. The image, taken during the post-war period, shows Montgomery extending a friendly hand to the young scout, clad in his distinctive uniform, as a crowd of spectators looks on. The scene is set against the backdrop of a war-torn Europe, with Montgomery's military bearing and the scout's youthful innocence creating a striking contrast. Montgomery, affectionately known as "Monty," was a British Army Field Marshal who played a pivotal role in the D-Day landings and the Battle of Normandy. His leadership and strategic prowess were instrumental in the Allied victory in Europe. The presence of Cub Scouts, an organization inspired by the British Scouting movement, underscores the enduring bond between the two nations during and after the war. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and hope that emerged from the ashes of war, as well as the importance of youth and community in times of adversity.
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