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A flat in mud mansions, the Parade, France: a British Officers Dug-out
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A flat in mud mansions, the Parade, France: a British Officers Dug-out
STC312584 A flat in mud mansions, the Parade, France: a British Officers Dug-out, from a sketch by himself, from The Illustrated War News (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The interior of a British Officers trench, which he refers to as my flat, at No.1 Mud Mansions, the Parade, France; note the copy of Kiplings Barrack-Room Ballads lying on the bed; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22357772
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Annotation Annotations Diagram Dug Out Dugout Front Line Gear Labelled Labels Notes Trench Warfare Trenches Western Front 1914 1918 1914 1918 Wwi Ww One Beds First World War 1914 1918 Great War
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This photo print, titled "A flat in mud mansions, the Parade, France: a British Officers Dug-out" offers a rare glimpse into the interior of a trench during World War I. The image showcases the living quarters of a British officer stationed at No. 1 Mud Mansions on the Western Front. The officer humorously refers to his humble abode as "my flat" highlighting the resilience and dark humor that soldiers often relied upon amidst the harsh realities of war. The attention to detail is remarkable; one can spot personal touches such as a copy of Kipling's Barrack-Room Ballads lying on the bed, providing solace and escapism from their grim surroundings. The photograph not only captures an intimate moment within this dug-out but also serves as a historical document illustrating life on the front lines during one of humanity's deadliest conflicts. Every item within this confined space tells its own story – from military gear meticulously arranged to handwritten annotations and labels marking essential kit. As we observe this poignant scene frozen in time, we are reminded of both the sacrifices made by these brave officers and their unwavering determination to find comfort amidst chaos. This print stands as a testament to their courage and resourcefulness while offering us an invaluable window into an era defined by unimaginable hardship and camaraderie forged in adversity.
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