A corner of No 3 CCS - Mens Room, Bailleul
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A corner of No 3 CCS - Mens Room, Bailleul
A corner of No. 3 CCS - Mens Room, Bailleul. 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 Bailleul Born Corner Corps Gibson Herbert Northumbrian Regiments Sergeant
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This evocative photograph captures a quiet moment in the corner of No. 3 Casualty Clearing Station (CCS) in Bailleul, France, during the First World War. The year is 1916, and the image reveals the harsh realities of life on the front lines for the medical personnel tending to the wounded soldiers. In the foreground, we see Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson, MM, of the 1st Northumbrian Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps, busily attending to his duties. Born in September 1889, Gibson is deeply focused on his work, his expression a mix of determination and concern. The worn wooden table before him is cluttered with medical supplies, bandages, and papers, while the walls of the room are adorned with maps and medical diagrams. The atmosphere in the room is somber, with the dim light filtering in through the windows casting long shadows. The presence of the gas mask on the table serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that these medical personnel faced daily. The image is a poignant testament to the courage and dedication of the medical staff during the Great War, who worked tirelessly to save lives in the face of unimaginable conditions. This photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, is a valuable historical document that offers a unique glimpse into the daily life of a First World War medical facility. It is a reminder of the sacrifices made by individuals like Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson and the vital role they played in the history of military medicine.
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