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Our Mascot, Spot, guarding equipment and great coats
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Our Mascot, Spot, guarding equipment and great coats
Our Mascot, Spot, guarding equipment and great coats. 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 Coats Corps Gibson Guarding Herbert Mascot Northumbrian Regiments Sergeant Spot
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of camaraderie and protection between Our Mascot, Spot, and Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson of the 1st Northumbrian Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps, during World War I. The image, taken in September 1889, shows Sergeant Gibson seated on a wooden crate, carefully guarding the precious medical equipment and great coats, while Spot, a loyal and beloved mascot, keeps watch by his side. The serious expression on Gibson's face and the determined stance of the dog convey the gravity of the situation and the importance of their mission. The Northumbrian Field Ambulance was one of the many regiments that played a crucial role in the medical support of the British Army during the First World War. The regiment's mascot, Spot, was a valued member of the team, providing morale and companionship to the soldiers in the midst of the chaos and hardships of the battlefield. The equipment and great coats in the photograph are essential for the survival and wellbeing of the wounded soldiers. The medical supplies, including bandages, splints, and surgical instruments, would have been vital for the treatment of the injured on the battlefield. The great coats, on the other hand, would have provided warmth and comfort to the soldiers during the cold and harsh conditions of the trenches. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and dedication of the soldiers and their animals during the First World War. It is a testament to the important role that mascots played in boosting morale and providing comfort to the troops, and to the vital work of the medical services in caring for the wounded on the battlefield.
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