Glass Place Mat : French Souaves Somewhere in France
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French Souaves Somewhere in France
French Souaves. Somewhere in France. 386202 Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson, Mm, 1St Northumbrian Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps. Born September 1889
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1889 386202 Acting Ambulance Born Corps Gibson Herbert Northumbrian Regiments Sergeant Somewhere Topographical
Glass Place Mat (Set of 4)
Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Stylish and elegant polished safety glass, toughened and heat resistant (275x225mm, 7mm thick). Matching Coasters also available.
Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Elegant polished safety glass and heat resistant. Matching Coasters may also be available
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16.8cm x 25.4cm (6.6" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 22.5cm x 27.5cm (8.9" x 10.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the chaotic backdrop of the First World War, a moment of respite and care unfolds in this evocative photograph. Somewhere in France, in the year 1916, Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson, MM, of the 1st Northumbrian Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps, tends to a wounded French soldier. Born in September 1889, Gibson, with his steady gaze and determined expression, embodies the unwavering commitment and compassion of the medical corps during wartime. The French soldier, his uniform tattered and weary, looks gratefully at Gibson as he receives the care he desperately needs. The image, titled "French Souaves Somewhere in France," is a poignant reminder of the international cooperation and camaraderie that defined the First World War. The term "Souaves" refers to the French soldiers who served in the colonial infantry regiments, adding another layer of complexity and diversity to the conflict. As part of the British Army's medical corps, Gibson and his colleagues played a crucial role in providing essential care to soldiers from both sides of the conflict. This photograph not only captures the humanitarian spirit of the war but also highlights the topographical and historical significance of the battlefields of France during this pivotal period in world history. This evocative image, featuring the dedicated and compassionate care of Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson, serves as a testament to the resilience and compassion that defined the First World War and continues to inspire us today.
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