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Soldiers in Ypres during World War One using early gas masks, which were pads of cotton wool soaked in a solution of common washing soda. From The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures published 1935
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Soldiers in Ypres during World War One using early gas masks, which were pads of cotton wool soaked in a solution of common washing soda. From The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures published 1935
3058444 Soldiers in Ypres during World War One using early gas masks, which were pads of cotton wool soaked in a solution of common washing soda. From The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures published 1935; Photo © Hilary Morgan
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© Photo © Hilary Morgan / Bridgeman Images
Common Cotton First World War 1914 1918 Front Masks Pads Protection Soaked Soda Solution Wartime Washing Western Wool Ypres
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This haunting image captures a group of soldiers in Ypres during World War One, donning early gas masks made of pads of cotton wool soaked in a solution of common washing soda. The desperation and urgency in their eyes is palpable as they prepare for the horrors of warfare on the Western Front.
The soldiers' faces are obscured by the crude masks, emphasizing the dehumanizing effects of war and highlighting the lengths to which they went to protect themselves from deadly gas attacks. Despite their makeshift protection, these brave men faced unimaginable dangers every day as they fought for their countries amidst the devastation of battle.
Ypres, Belgium was a key battleground during World War One, witnessing some of the bloodiest and most brutal fighting of the conflict. The city's name became synonymous with death and destruction, forever etched into history as a symbol of sacrifice and suffering.
As we look back on this photograph from 1935, we are reminded not only of the resilience and courage displayed by these soldiers but also of the devastating impact that war has on individuals and communities. It serves as a powerful reminder to never forget the sacrifices made by those who came before us in times of great turmoil.
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