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Second Lieutenant Rochfort picks up a bomb which was about to explode
3611074 Second Lieutenant Rochfort picks up a bomb which was about to explode and hurls it from the trench (awarded VC) (litho) by Ripperger, H. (fl.1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Deeds That Thrill the Empire, pub. by The Standard Art Book Co Ltd c.1920); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22980230
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In this photograph, we witness a moment of extraordinary bravery during the chaos of war. Second Lieutenant Rochfort, adorned in his military uniform, fearlessly reaches down to pick up a bomb that is about to explode. The tension in the air is palpable as he defies danger with unwavering determination. The image transports us back to the trenches of World War I, where soldiers faced unimaginable horrors on a daily basis. Amidst the deafening sounds of gunfire and screams echoing through the battlefield, Rochfort's act of heroism shines brightly. With every fiber of his being focused on saving lives, he hurls the bomb away from the trench, sparing his comrades from certain devastation. This lithographic print captures not only an individual act of valor but also represents the collective courage exhibited by countless soldiers during this tumultuous time in history. It serves as a reminder that even in moments when hope seems lost and darkness prevails, there are individuals who rise above adversity to protect others. Awarded with the Victoria Cross for his selfless actions depicted here, Second Lieutenant Rochfort becomes an emblematic figure embodying sacrifice and resilience. This engraving immortalizes his gallantry for generations to come. As we gaze upon this powerful image captured by Ripperger over a century ago, we are reminded of both humanity's capacity for destruction and its ability to triumph over adversity through acts of unparalleled bravery.
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