Machine Gun Battalion at Dieval, northern France, WW1
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Machine Gun Battalion at Dieval, northern France, WW1
Men of the 24th Motor Machine Gun Battalion at Dieval, northern France, awaiting an inspection by General Horne towards the end of the First World War. Date: 12 June 1918
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of quiet anticipation as members of the 24th Motor Machine Gun Battalion prepare for an inspection by General Horne at Dieval, northern France, towards the end of the First World War on 12th June 1918. The scene is set against the backdrop of a muddy, war-torn landscape, with the men and their motorcycles and machine guns arranged in neat rows. The general, dressed in his military uniform and wearing a stern expression, stands at the head of the formation, his gaze fixed on the soldiers before him. The men, equally attired in their uniforms, appear focused and determined, their faces reflecting a mixture of apprehension and resolve. The presence of the motorcycles and machine guns underscores the importance of mobility and firepower in the final stages of the war. This image offers a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the men and women who served during the Great War, and the crucial role that motorized machine gun battalions played in the conflict.
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