Home > Europe > France > Military
Waiting to have his shirt examined
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Waiting to have his shirt examined
Waiting to have his shirt examined. In the hands of the Louse Patrol. Somewhere in France. On verso - Dearest Ciss, Enclosed you will find 14 PCs which I hope you will like also the programme of the concert I wrote you about. Am still in the best of health and hope you are likewise. Love, Your Bert. 386202 Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson, Mm, 1St Northumbrian Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps. Born September 1889
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14152010
© David Cohen Fine Art/Mary Evans Picture Library
1889 386202 Acting Ambulance Bert Best Born Ciss Concert Corps Dearest Enclosed Examined Find Gibson Hands Health Herbert Hope Likewise Louse Northumbrian Patrol Programme Sergeant Shirt Somewhere Verso Waiting Wrote Your
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant photograph captures the moment of quiet anticipation as Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson of the 1st Northumbrian Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps, waits to have his shirt examined by the Louse Patrol during World War I. The year was 1914-1918, and Gibson, born in September 1889, penned a heartfelt letter to his loved one, Ciss, on the reverse of the print. He enclosed fourteen postcards he hoped she would appreciate, along with the program of the concert he had previously mentioned. Despite the uncertainty and hardships of war, Gibson assured Ciss that he was in good health and expressed his hope that she was likewise. Written in his own hand, the letter adds a personal touch to this historical image, offering a glimpse into the daily life of a soldier during wartime and the enduring strength of the human connection.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
