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Shrapnel bursting over reserve trench in Canadian line in mid-October of the Somme
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Shrapnel bursting over reserve trench in Canadian line in mid-October of the Somme
Shrapnel bursting over reserve trench in Canadian line in mid-October of the Somme campaign. The battle began on July 1st 1916 on which day at least 20, 000 British soldiers were killed and a further 40, 000 were injured. It is the greatest number of British casualties in a single days fighting in modern history. The battle continued until November
Official photo issued by Press B
mirrorpix
France
WA*1930155
Media ID 21561697
© Mirrorpix
Battle Of The Somme World War 1 1910s
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Shrapnel Bursting over Reserve Trench - A Glimpse into the Brutality of the Somme Campaign
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. This haunting print captures a chilling moment in history, as shrapnel explodes above a reserve trench in the Canadian line during mid-October of the infamous Battle of the Somme. The battle, which commenced on July 1st, 1916, stands as a grim testament to the horrors endured by soldiers during World War I. On that fateful day alone, an unimaginable toll was exacted upon British forces. Over 20,000 brave soldiers lost their lives and another 40,000 were left wounded – marking it as one of modern history's deadliest single-day conflicts. Yet this devastating engagement persisted for months until November. The image itself is both captivating and sobering; it serves as a stark reminder of the relentless barrage faced by those who fought valiantly amidst these treacherous trenches. Shards of metal fill the air like deadly confetti against a backdrop marred with destruction and despair. As we gaze upon this photograph from Memory Lane Prints' collection - officially issued by Press B - let us not forget that behind every statistic lies countless stories of sacrifice and heroism. It is through images such as these that we are compelled to remember those who gave everything for their countries and honor their enduring legacy.
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