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Trench Rats
A greater trench-worry than the Germans were the rats, according to the caption to this photo
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Media ID 618030
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Caption Greater Rats Trench Trenches Worry
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the "Trench Rats" poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back to the trenches of World War I, where the battle against the enemy was not just on the front lines. The caption to this powerful photograph reads, "A greater trench-worry than the Germans were the rats." This poignant reminder of the harsh realities of war highlights the resilience and determination of soldiers facing not only the threat of the enemy but also the relentless presence of vermin in their living conditions. Add this captivating "Trench Rats" print to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office. This high-quality poster is perfect for war history enthusiasts, military history museums, and anyone interested in World War I history. Order yours today and let the story of the brave men and their unseen adversaries unfold.
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 image captures the grim reality of life in the trenches during World War I. The year was 1915, and the Western Front had become a horrific stalemate, with both sides dug in and deadlocked in a brutal and seemingly endless conflict. But the Germans were not the only formidable foe the soldiers had to face. The conditions in the trenches were ideal for the breeding and proliferation of rats, who thrived in the damp, unsanitary environment. These rodents, dubbed 'trench rats,' posed a greater worry for the soldiers than the enemy at times. They carried diseases such as bubonic plague and typhus, which could spread rapidly through the crowded and unsanitary trenches. In this photograph, we see a soldier carefully stepping over a dead rat in the muddy trench floor. The rat lies motionless, its tiny eyes fixed in a lifeless stare. The soldier's expression is one of weary resignation, as if he has become numb to the constant presence of these vermin in his daily life. The image serves as a stark reminder of the harsh and unrelenting conditions of trench warfare. It also highlights the many challenges soldiers faced beyond the front lines, from the physical hardships of the battlefield to the psychological toll of living in such an unforgiving environment. This photograph is a poignant and powerful reminder of the human cost of war, and the many sacrifices made by soldiers during the First World War. It is a testament to the resilience and determination of those who fought, and a reminder of the importance of remembering their stories and the lessons of history.
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