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Carrying rations up the communication trench
Carrying rations up the communication trench. On reverse of postcard - Carrying rations up the communication trench to the men in the firing line. The men alway(s) carry loaded rifles and ammunition. And also the gas mask. slung from the shoulder. 1190 Private Leslie Loveland, 1St/5Th Battalion Royal Warwickshire Regiment, 143Rd Brigade, 25Th Division. Joined 21.11.15
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1190 143rd 211115 25th Ammunition Battalion Carry Communication Division Firing Joined Leslie Loaded Loveland Mask Private Rations Regiment Regiments Reverse Rifles Shoulder Slung Trench Warwickshire
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 7.6cm x 4.8cm (3" x 1.9")
Estimated Product Size is 10cm x 10cm (3.9" x 3.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Carrying the Essentials of Survival: A Soldier's Burden in the Trenches of World War I This evocative postcard image captures the unyielding determination of a soldier named 1190 Private Leslie Loveland, of the 1st/5th Battalion Royal Warwickshire Regiment, as he ascends the communication trench during the tumultuous period of World War I. The reverse of the postcard reveals the title, "Carrying rations up the communication trench to the men in the firing line." The soldier is shown carrying an impressive load, his back bent under the weight of rations, a loaded rifle, ammunition, and a gas mask slung over his shoulder. The gas mask was a crucial addition to a soldier's equipment during this time, as the use of chemical weapons became a terrifying reality on the battlefield. The men in the firing line were always prepared for the unexpected, and carrying these essential supplies was a daily necessity. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the immense sacrifices made by soldiers during this period, as they faced the harsh realities of war. Private Loveland joined the regiment on November 21, 1915, and was a part of the 143rd Brigade in the 25th Division. This historical photograph is a valuable addition to any military or World War I collection, providing a glimpse into the daily life and challenges faced by soldiers during this time. The image is not to be used for commercial purposes and is available as a rights-managed image from Mary Evans Prints Online.
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