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Cigarette box with Bedfordshire Regiment badge, WW1
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Cigarette box with Bedfordshire Regiment badge, WW1
Cigarette box carved with the badge of the Bedfordshire Regiment, probably 5th Battalion/161st Brigade/54th East Anglian Division. With Arabic script translated as Imprisonment memories, dated 12.24. Trench Art. Date: circa 1918
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161st 54th Anglian Arabic Badge Battalion Bedfordshire Carved Cigarette Division Imprisonment Memories Prison Regiment Regiments Script Trench
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This intriguing and poignant trench art piece showcases a cigarette box adorned with the distinctive badge of the Bedfordshire Regiment, specifically the 5th Battalion, which was part of the 161st Brigade within the 54th East Anglian Division during World War I. The regimental emblem, carved meticulously into the wooden surface, is a testament to the soldiers' creativity and resourcefulness in the harsh conditions of the trenches. The Arabic script inscribed on the box, translated as 'Imprisonment memories,' adds an enigmatic layer to the piece. The date '12.24' suggests that this may have been a memento from a particular event or experience during the soldiers' service. The exact meaning behind the Arabic inscription, however, remains a mystery, adding to the intrigue and allure of this unique piece. Trench art, such as this carved cigarette box, serves as a powerful reminder of the human stories and experiences that lie beneath the historical narrative of the war. The leaves and leaf design etched around the badge add a subtle and elegant touch, making this a captivating and thought-provoking piece of military history. Dated circa 1918, this trench art cigarette box is a poignant reminder of the soldiers' experiences during the First World War and the enduring impact of their service on their lives.
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