Poster Print : Group photo, No. 4 Mountain Battery RGA cricket team, India
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Group photo, No. 4 Mountain Battery RGA cricket team, India
Group photo, No. 4 Mountain Battery Royal Garrison Artillery cricket team with sports shields and guns, Rawalpindi, India. Date: circa 1923
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Media ID 14399133
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20x30 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image features the No. 4 Mountain Battery Royal Garrison Artillery cricket team from India, circa 1923. The black-and-white photograph showcases the team members proudly displaying their sports shields and guns, adding an intriguing historical touch. Bring the charm of the past into your space with this unique and authentic poster print. Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online.
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 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative group photograph captures the Mountain Battery Royal Garrison Artillery cricket team based in Rawalpindi, India, circa 1923. The image showcases a diverse group of men, all proudly wearing their cricket uniforms and military accoutrements. The team members, who were likely gunners in the British Indian Army, are seen holding their cricket shields and posing with their guns and bandoliers slung over their shoulders. The setting of the photograph is reminiscent of the colonial era, with the men dressed in their military uniforms, some wearing turbans, reflecting the multicultural makeup of the British Indian Army during this period. The team's name, "Mountain Battery," suggests that they were stationed in a mountainous region, possibly in the Himalayas or the North-West Frontier Province. The presence of the guns in the photograph underscores the military context of the team, highlighting the unique blend of military discipline and sportsmanship that characterized the British Indian Army during the early 20th century. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing insights into the lives of the soldiers who served in the Indian subcontinent during the colonial era. The photograph is a testament to the enduring appeal of cricket as a popular sport in India, with the game having been introduced to the subcontinent by the British during their colonial rule. The image also serves as a reminder of the rich history of the British Indian Army and the diverse cultural heritage of the region.
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