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World War One - Perham Down Army Camp, Hampshire
World War One Soldier in Tent, Thought to be Perham Down Army Camp, Andover, Hampshire, England. Postmarked Windmill Hill, Andover Date: 1910s
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Andover Hampshire Postmarked Tent Thought Windmill
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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")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the daily life of a World War One soldier at Perham Down Army Camp in Hampshire, England. The image, thought to have been taken in the 1910s and postmarked from Windmill Hill, Andover, depicts a soldier sitting inside a canvas tent, deep in thought. The camp, which was located in the picturesque countryside, was one of many temporary military bases established in the UK to house and train soldiers for the First World War. The soldier, dressed in his uniform and holding a map, appears lost in contemplation as he studies the intricacies of the battlefield before him. The tent, with its worn and weathered appearance, serves as a reminder of the harsh conditions endured by the soldiers during their training. The surrounding landscape, with its rolling hills and trees, offers a stark contrast to the soldier's stark and cramped living quarters. Perham Down Army Camp was just one of many temporary military installations that sprung up across the UK during the First World War. These camps provided essential training for the soldiers, preparing them for the brutal realities of the battlefield. The photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of these soldiers, who left their homes and families to serve their country in a time of great need. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers and their families during the First World War. It also serves as a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit, as the soldier sits in his tent, focused and determined, despite the challenges before him.
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