Off to perform a sad duty A burial party
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Off to perform a sad duty A burial party
Off to perform a sad duty. A burial party. 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 Burial Corps Duty Gibson Herbert Northumbrian Perform Regiments Sergeant
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"Off to Perform a Sad Duty: A Burial Party during World War I This poignant image captures the moment of solemn reverence as a burial party, led by Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson (386202), sets out to lay a fallen soldier to rest during the Great War. The scene unfolds on the battlefield, with the somber procession making its way through the muddy terrain, each member carrying the wooden coffin of their comrade. Sergeant Gibson, born in September 1889, was a dedicated member of the 1st Northumbrian Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps. His face bears the weight of the heavy responsibility he carries, as he leads his team in this sad duty. The men, dressed in their military uniforms, march in unison, their expressions reflecting the gravity of the situation. The First World War, which lasted from 1914 to 1918, claimed the lives of millions of soldiers and civilians. The burial parties played a crucial role in providing a final resting place for the fallen, offering a sense of closure and respect to their families and comrades. This evocative photograph is a testament to the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who served during this tumultuous period in history. It serves as a reminder of the human cost of war and the enduring importance of honoring those who gave their lives in the pursuit of peace." Image Description: A burial party, led by Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson (386202), makes its way through the muddy battlefield during World War I, carrying a wooden coffin. The team, all members of the 1st Northumbrian Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps, march solemnly, their faces reflecting the gravity of their duty. The image captures the sadness and reverence of the moment as they lay their comrade to rest.
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