1944 WW2 PHOTO-REPORT "COLONIES IN THE WAR: MAURITIUS" MOUNTED VINTAGE PRINT ~
11X14 HISTORY ART VINTAGE & HISTORICAL PRINTSAN AUTHENTIC PIECE OF WORLD WAR II & COLONIAL HISTORY--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Discover a unique piece of history with this original vintage news photo-report on the wartime contribution of Mauritius, published in a wartime British news magazine in 1944. This is a genuine page from the period – IT IS NOT A MODERN REPRODUCTION.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- THE STORY BEHIND THE PAGEThis page is a fascinating snapshot of its time, part of a series titled "Britain's Colonies in the War," with this installment focusing on Mauritius. It features a compelling collage of original wartime photographs showing life on the island, from sugar cane harvests to the recruitment of soldiers.This is a genuine artifact from World War II. It highlights the vital contributions of the British Colonies to the war effort, showcasing Mauritius's role in providing crucial supplies, its strategic naval importance, and the men who volunteered to fight. This is not a reproduction; it is an original piece of journalism from the era of the British Empire at war. A MOMENT IN HISTORYDuring World War II, the British colony of Mauritius played a significant strategic role. Its position in the Indian Ocean made it a key naval and air base for Allied operations, protecting vital shipping lanes from Axis submarines and raiders. In addition to providing thousands of volunteers for the British Army's Pioneer and transport corps, the island's economy was crucial, exporting vast quantities of sugar and other resources to support the war effort in Great Britain.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- LISTING DETAILS: MOUNTED PRINT ONLYPlease Read Carefully: This listing is for the original vintage magazine page, professionally mounted on a quality black art backboard as pictured, and ready for framing. Its outer mount dimensions are exactly 11 x 14 inches.The frame shown in some of the photographs is for demonstration purposes only to help you visualize how the print can look in your home. This listing is for the mounted print only and does NOT include a frame.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- OUR PROCESSEach page is a genuine artifact, carefully recovered from a period publication. We then professionally mount it on high-quality, pH-neutral black art board.Please Note: As these are original pages from magazines, text or images from the reverse side may be lightly visible under certain lighting. This is a natural characteristic of authentic vintage prints.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ITEM SPECIFICS
• Product: Original Magazine News Page Print (Mounted, Unframed)
• Subject: WW2 / Mauritius / British Empire / Colonial History / Royal Navy
• Year of Publication: 1944
• Source: Wartime British News Magazine
• Outer Mount Dimensions: 11 x 14 inches (27.94 x 35.56 cm)
• Mount Colour: Black-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONDITION
• Overall: Excellent vintage condition for its age.
• Details: The page shows age-toning as expected from a genuine print from 1944. No tears, stains, or major creases.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SHIPPING & DISPATCH
• Dispatch Time: Your order will be securely packaged and dispatched within 1-2 working days from the UK.
• Combined Shipping: We are happy to combine shipping if you purchase multiple items from our shop.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------This piece makes a perfect and thoughtful gift for any World War II historian, an enthusiast of British colonial and naval history, or a collector of authentic wartime ephemera.Thank you for looking.
11X14 HISTORY ART VINTAGE & HISTORICAL PRINTSAN AUTHENTIC PIECE OF WORLD WAR II & COLONIAL HISTORY--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Discover a unique piece of history with this original vintage news photo-report on the wartime contribution of Mauritius, published in a wartime British news magazine in 1944. This is a genuine page from the period – IT IS NOT A MODERN REPRODUCTION.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- THE STORY BEHIND THE PAGEThis page is a fascinating snapshot of its time, part of a series titled "Britain's Colonies in the War," with this installment focusing on Mauritius. It features a compelling collage of original wartime photographs showing life on the island, from sugar cane harvests to the recruitment of soldiers.This is a genuine artifact from World War II. It highlights the vital contributions of the British Colonies to the war effort, showcasing Mauritius's role in providing crucial supplies, its strategic naval importance, and the men who volunteered to fight. This is not a reproduction; it is an original piece of journalism from the era of the British Empire at war. A MOMENT IN HISTORYDuring World War II, the British colony of Mauritius played a significant strategic role. Its position in the Indian Ocean made it a key naval and air base for Allied operations, protecting vital shipping lanes from Axis submarines and raiders. In addition to providing thousands of volunteers for the British Army's Pioneer and transport corps, the island's economy was crucial, exporting vast quantities of sugar and other resources to support the war effort in Great Britain.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- LISTING DETAILS: MOUNTED PRINT ONLYPlease Read Carefully: This listing is for the original vintage magazine page, professionally mounted on a quality black art backboard as pictured, and ready for framing. Its outer mount dimensions are exactly 11 x 14 inches.The frame shown in some of the photographs is for demonstration purposes only to help you visualize how the print can look in your home. This listing is for the mounted print only and does NOT include a frame.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- OUR PROCESSEach page is a genuine artifact, carefully recovered from a period publication. We then professionally mount it on high-quality, pH-neutral black art board.Please Note: As these are original pages from magazines, text or images from the reverse side may be lightly visible under certain lighting. This is a natural characteristic of authentic vintage prints.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ITEM SPECIFICS
• Product: Original Magazine News Page Print (Mounted, Unframed)
• Subject: WW2 / Mauritius / British Empire / Colonial History / Royal Navy
• Year of Publication: 1944
• Source: Wartime British News Magazine
• Outer Mount Dimensions: 11 x 14 inches (27.94 x 35.56 cm)
• Mount Colour: Black-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONDITION
• Overall: Excellent vintage condition for its age.
• Details: The page shows age-toning as expected from a genuine print from 1944. No tears, stains, or major creases.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SHIPPING & DISPATCH
• Dispatch Time: Your order will be securely packaged and dispatched within 1-2 working days from the UK.
• Combined Shipping: We are happy to combine shipping if you purchase multiple items from our shop.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------This piece makes a perfect and thoughtful gift for any World War II historian, an enthusiast of British colonial and naval history, or a collector of authentic wartime ephemera.Thank you for looking.