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Matchbox cover inscribed In memoriam - Kitchener, WW1
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Matchbox cover inscribed In memoriam - Kitchener, WW1
Matchbox cover inscribed " In memoriam - Kitchener, born 24th June 1850, drowned 5th June 1916. He did his duty." Trench Art
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1850 24th Born Commemorative Drowned Duty Inscribed Kitchener Matchbox Memoriam Trench
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In Memoriam: Lord Kitchener, Born 24th June 1850, Drowned 5th June 1916 - A Trench Art Tribute to a Great Military Leader This poignant matchbox cover, inscribed with the words "In memoriam - Kitchener, born 24th June 1850, drowned 5th June 1916. He did his duty," is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War. The cover is an example of trench art, a form of art created by soldiers and civilians during times of war, using materials readily available to them. Lord Kitchener, whose birth and death dates are inscribed on the cover, was a prominent British military leader and Secretary of State for War during the early years of World War I. His famous recruiting poster, which featured the slogan "Your Country Needs You," inspired thousands of young men to enlist in the British Army. Tragically, Kitchener's own life was cut short when HMS Hampshire, the ship he was traveling on, struck a mine and sank off the coast of Orkney, Scotland, on 5th June 1916. The loss of such a respected and influential figure was deeply felt by the British people, and this matchbox cover is a testament to the enduring impact of his leadership and dedication to duty. The image of Kitchener, dressed in military uniform, gazes steadily out from the cover, a reminder of the gravity of the war and the sacrifices made by so many. The inscription, simple yet profound, serves as a poignant tribute to a man who gave his all for his country. This commemorative matchbox cover is a historical artifact that speaks to the human experience of war and the enduring power of memory.
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