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Refugees on the SS Sinaia WWII
Refugees playing a game of chess on the SS Sinaia from Marseille during World War II
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Media ID 4442737
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Chess Refugee Refugees Sinaia Ww 2 Ww Ii
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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 moment of respite and normalcy amidst the chaos and hardships of World War II. Taken on the SS Sinaia, a refugee transport ship docked in Marseille, France, the image shows a group of refugees huddled together around a makeshift chessboard. The SS Sinaia was one of many ships that played a crucial role in the evacuation and resettlement of refugees during the Second World War. As the war raged on, millions of people were displaced from their homes, fleeing the horrors of conflict, persecution, and violence. The SS Sinaia, along with other ships in the refugee transport fleet, provided a lifeline for those seeking safety and a new beginning. The journey was long and arduous, with cramped conditions and limited resources, but the promise of a better future kept hope alive. The game of chess, a timeless and universal pastime, served as a reminder of the humanity and dignity of the refugees, despite their dire circumstances. The concentration on the game, the focus and determination in their eyes, speaks volumes about their resilience and determination to hold on to their identity and sense of normalcy, even in the most challenging of times. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to endure and adapt, even in the face of unimaginable adversity. It is a testament to the strength and courage of those who lived through the darkest days of World War II and a reminder of the importance of empathy, compassion, and solidarity in times of crisis.
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