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$2.36The Story
This Newspaper reproduction features the complete 8-page broadsheet of the Daily News from 5th August 1914. Printed the morning immediately following Britain’s formal declaration of war against Germany, this document serves as a primary-source record of the outbreak of the First World War. It provides a practical, unedited look at the news, advertisements, and public sentiment of the era, offering a level of historical immersion that modern summaries cannot replicate.
Product Specifications & Features
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Complete 8-Page Edition: This is a full reproduction of the entire broadsheet, providing a comprehensive view of the day's news beyond just the front-page headlines.
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Period-Correct Typography: Features the original 1914 layout, including contemporary advertisements and editorial columns.
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High-Quality Print: Produced on durable paper that mimics the feel of early 20th-century newsprint while remaining robust enough for repeated handling.
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Factual Resource: Offers a direct insight into the diplomatic and social atmosphere in London at the precise moment the British Empire entered the Great War.
Realistic Use Cases
As with our standard army surplus UK inventory, this item is intended for functional, real-world application:
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Educational Instruction: An essential tactile aid for history teachers and lecturers to demonstrate the immediate impact of the war's declaration.
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Historical Reenactment: A high-fidelity prop for early-war impressions, ideal for field displays or "Great War" living history events.
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Museum Exhibits: A cost-effective way to display a complete period newspaper without the preservation risks associated with original century-old paper.
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Theatrical Productions: Accurate set dressing or hand-props for stage and film projects set in August 1914.
Condition Note: This is a high-quality modern reproduction. It is designed for active use and study, offering the visual and physical experience of a 1914 newspaper without the fragility or decay of original archival stock.
Description
This Newspaper reproduction features the complete 8-page broadsheet of the Daily News from 5th August 1914. Printed the morning immediately following Britain’s formal declaration of war against Germany, this document serves as a primary-source record of the outbreak of the First World War. It provides a practical, unedited look at the news, advertisements, and public sentiment of the era, offering a level of historical immersion that modern summaries cannot replicate.
Product Specifications & Features
-
Complete 8-Page Edition: This is a full reproduction of the entire broadsheet, providing a comprehensive view of the day's news beyond just the front-page headlines.
-
Period-Correct Typography: Features the original 1914 layout, including contemporary advertisements and editorial columns.
-
High-Quality Print: Produced on durable paper that mimics the feel of early 20th-century newsprint while remaining robust enough for repeated handling.
-
Factual Resource: Offers a direct insight into the diplomatic and social atmosphere in London at the precise moment the British Empire entered the Great War.
Realistic Use Cases
As with our standard army surplus UK inventory, this item is intended for functional, real-world application:
-
Educational Instruction: An essential tactile aid for history teachers and lecturers to demonstrate the immediate impact of the war's declaration.
-
Historical Reenactment: A high-fidelity prop for early-war impressions, ideal for field displays or "Great War" living history events.
-
Museum Exhibits: A cost-effective way to display a complete period newspaper without the preservation risks associated with original century-old paper.
-
Theatrical Productions: Accurate set dressing or hand-props for stage and film projects set in August 1914.
Condition Note: This is a high-quality modern reproduction. It is designed for active use and study, offering the visual and physical experience of a 1914 newspaper without the fragility or decay of original archival stock.
