The Turn to Rochefort - Jagdpanzer 38 Hetzer Canvas with Hetzer Relic
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The Turn to Rochefort - Jagdpanzer 38 Hetzer Canvas with Hetzer Relic
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Description
The Process
In the lead-up to the 23 December 1944 attack on Rochefort, France, during the Battle of the Bulge, Panzer Lehr, one of Germany's elite armored divisions, found itself severely understrength. Only one of its two tank battalions was combat-ready, as the other had been transferred to its parent unit, the 3rd Panzer Division. This diminished fighting force was part of Germany’s last major offensive on the Western Front, an attempt to break through the Allied lines and push back their advances. Despite being a shadow of its former self, Panzer Lehr remained a crucial element in the Ardennes offensive.
Rear toolbox lid from Hetzer tank - fragments from this are used as relics on "The Turn to Rochefort" limited edition prints
A tangible relic of this desperate final offensive was discovered in the mid-1990s—a rear toolbox lid from a Jagdpanzer 38, a tank destroyer used by Panzer Lehr. Mounted on the left rear quarter of each vehicle, the toolbox lid is a stark reminder of the ferocity and intensity of the fighting in the Ardennes. Having been buried in the soil for decades, the relic shows significant wear, including heavy pitting and rust, effects of the passage of time in the harsh environment of the battlefield.
Rear toolbox lid from Hetzer tank - fragments from this are used as relics on "The Turn to Rochefort" limited edition prints
Each canvas print in this collection includes a fragment removed from this original toolbox lid, offering a unique connection to the history of Panzer Lehr’s involvement in the Battle of the Bulge. The relic serves as a symbol of Germany’s last significant armored thrust in Western Europe, a battle that marked the beginning of the end for the Third Reich’s war effort.
Rear toolbox lid from Hetzer tank - fragments from this are used as relics on "The Turn to Rochefort" limited edition prints
Photo of Hetzer tank showing location of rear toolbox
Artist, Craig Tinder, holding Hetzer tank relic that is included in "The Turn to Rochefort" limited edition prints
Print Size Details
Choose from 4 Different Types of Prints:
A) Canvas WITH RELIC - 18" x 12" (45.7 cm x 30.5 cm) - ONLY 30 Prints
*Add a Wood Frame to the 18" x 12" Canvas WITH RELIC ($80 value!)
B) Framed Canvas WITH RELIC - 30" x 20" (76.2 cm x 45.7 cm) - ONLY 20 Prints
C) Paper Print - 18" x 12" (45.7 cm x 30.5 cm) - Relic Not Included
D) Paper Print - 24" x 16" (60.9 cm x 40.6 cm) - Relic Not Included
Each canvas art print is ready-to-hang and those ordered with frames include a solid, 2" thick, black-stained wood frame. As an added touch, each canvas art piece is hand-signed by artist Craig Tinder and includes a metallic, Certificate of Authenticity for added provenance and collectibility.
Fine Art Paper Print (Options C & D) - Relic Not Included:
Each Fine Art Print is printed on archival presentation-quality, 260 GSM / 10 Mil, photographic paper created using the highest quality inks and archival techniques. Photographs do not do this paper substrate justice as it practically "glows" on the wall. Note: Relic is not included with Fine Art Paper Prints.
This item is handmade by artist, Craig Tinder. Available to ship worldwide!
Disclaimer
By purchasing from Aces In Action, you acknowledge that the product may vary slightly from the images on our website. We use authentic materials from military vehicles and relics, which may contain potentially hazardous substances. These items are not intended for ingestion, inhalation, or use by children. Aces In Action is an independent company, unaffiliated with or endorsed by any other organizations. All names, logos, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification only, in accordance with the Lanham Act. Their use does not imply any official endorsement.