Weatherproof winter field-barracks: snowy Nissen huts, 1917
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Weatherproof winter field-barracks: snowy Nissen huts, 1917
Providing efficient shelter against snow and icy winds: Nissen huts at the British front, 1917. Date: 1917
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Barracks Huts Nissen Snowy Weatherproof
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This evocative photograph captures the harsh realities of life on the Western Front during the winter of 1917. The image shows a row of Nissen huts, weathered by the elements and blanketed in snow. Nissen huts were prefabricated corrugated iron structures that provided efficient shelter for soldiers during World War I. Designed by British engineer Major Sir Bertram Lionel Maxwell Nissen, these huts were renowned for their ability to withstand even the most extreme weather conditions. The soldiers huddled inside these huts would have endured sub-zero temperatures and icy winds, making the provision of adequate shelter a top priority for military commanders. The Nissen huts were easily transportable, quick to assemble, and could be used for a variety of purposes, including barracks, hospitals, and mess halls. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of soldiers during the First World War, a time when the elements posed as great a threat as the enemy. The snow-covered landscape and the huts' rusted exteriors serve as a poignant reminder of the hardships and sacrifices made by the men and women who served during this period in history. The Nissen hut, with its distinctive corrugated iron design, became a symbol of the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the British military during World War I. This image offers a powerful testament to the resilience of those who served and the importance of providing adequate shelter in the face of adversity.
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