Troops halted during a march, South Africa, WW1
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Troops halted during a march, South Africa, WW1
South African troops halted on a march and resting with their kit during the First World War, probably near the frontier with German South West Africa (now Namibia). Date: circa 1915
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Amidst the harsh and unforgiving climate of South Africa during the First World War, Allied troops from the South African Forces take a much-needed respite from their march towards the German South-West African frontier. Circa 1915, these soldiers, clad in their World War I uniforms and armed with rifles and other weapons, halt their advance to rest and tend to their kit in the scorching heat. The dry and arid terrain of Africa presented unique challenges for the soldiers, requiring them to adapt to the extreme conditions while maintaining their readiness for combat. The image captures a moment of stillness amidst the chaos and intensity of war, as these brave men gather their strength to continue their march towards the battlefield. The South African Forces played a crucial role in the Allied victory during World War I, and this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of their sacrifices and determination in the face of adversity.
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