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This Belgian soldier was given the job of making wooden crosses to mark the graves of his
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This Belgian soldier was given the job of making wooden crosses to mark the graves of his
This Belgian soldier was given the job of making wooden crosses to mark the graves of his fallen comrades. Hundreds of thousands of Belgians, military and civilian, lost their lives during the Great War. Like Russia and France, Belgium bore the brunt of the conflict. The country was left in ruins by years of fighting within its borders and even today some of the scars left by the war are still visible. 1914
George Mewes
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Belgium
WA*952048
Media ID 21536496
© Mirrorpix
Belgian Core18 Cross Graves Soldier World War 1 World War One 1910s
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In this poignant print captured by George Mewes, we witness the solemn duty of a Belgian soldier during the Great War. Tasked with crafting wooden crosses to mark the graves of his fallen comrades, he stands amidst a sea of crosses that represent the immense sacrifice made by hundreds of thousands of Belgians, both military and civilian. The devastating impact of the conflict is palpable in this image. Belgium, like Russia and France, bore the brunt of World War I's brutality. The country's landscape was ravaged by years of relentless fighting within its borders, leaving behind scars that still linger today. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time from 1914, our hearts ache for those who lost their lives defending their homeland. This brave soldier embodies resilience and dedication as he meticulously carves each cross with care and reverence. Memory Lane Prints allows us to reflect on history through powerful images such as this one. It serves as a reminder not only of the horrors endured during war but also honors those who paid the ultimate price for freedom. Let us never forget these fallen heroes and strive to build a world where conflicts are resolved peacefully – so that no more soldiers have to bear such heavy burdens or create markers for lives cut short too soon.
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