Dugout Collection (#12)

Advanced Dressing Station 1917
An Advanced Dressing Station dug-out in a hillside in France on the British front during World War I in March 1917

Ancre 1917
Dug-outs near Authuille on the Ancre in France on the British front during World War I in March 1917

Dug-outs 1917
Dug-outs in Tramway Trench north of the Bapaume Road, Pozieres in France on the British front during World War I in February 1917

Captured German dugout, Battle of Albert
Photograph of an incredibly elaborate and well-built German dug-out in the northern corner of Bernafay Wood, captured by the 9th Division during the Battle of Albert on the 3rd July during the first

German underground dug-out
Interior of a German underground dugout at Fricourt during the Battle of the Somme in July 1916. Note the immaculately made brass bed and other comforts

Battle of the Scarpe
Capture of Greenland Hill by the 51st Division Daylight Patrol of the 6th Seaforths working forward towards Hausa and Delbar Woods

Signal Service dugout
An Army Signal Service dugout in Lindhoek on the Western Front in Belgium during World War I in 1917

Yser Canal, Ypres, 1917
Dugouts on the banks of the Yser Canal, Ypres, Belgium on 27th August 1917 during World War I

Journeys End by Webster Murray
Illustration by Webster Murray depicting a scene from the play Journeys End by R.C. Sherriff, which deals with the period of March 1918 during World War One

A dugout canoe on the Congo River, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa

Dugout canoes (pirogues) on the Congo River, Yangambi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa

A dugout canoe on Lake Bunyoni, Uganda, East Africa, Africa

Makasutu, near Banjul, Gambia, West Africa, Africa

Dug out canoe, Gambia, West Africa, Africa

Dug-Out Captured Wwi
One of the formidable German dug-outs captured by the British in Bickendorf, Germany Date: circa 1918

Captured German Dugout
Three British soldiers explore a German dugout captured during the " Great Allied Advance" at Bapaume in Northern France in August 1918

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"Dugout: A Journey Through History and Sports" Step into the world of dugouts, where history and sports intertwine. From Larry Doby breaking barriers to Babe Ruth captivating crowds, these iconic figures have left an indelible mark on the game. In 1947, Larry Doby shattered racial boundaries as he became the first black player in the American League. Captured alongside him is Lou Boudreau, manager of the Cleveland Indians, on that historic day. Their presence in the dugout symbolizes a turning point in American baseball. Travel back to 1924 when George H. Ruth, affectionately known as Babe Ruth, shared his love for the game with a group of wide-eyed children while playing for the New York Yankees. His larger-than-life persona brought joy and inspiration to fans young and old alike. But dugouts aren't just about legendary players; they hold stories beyond sports too. Bruce Bairnsfather's artwork "Where Did That One Go To?" depicts soldiers seeking solace in their makeshift shelters during World War I. These humble dugouts provided refuge amidst chaos and uncertainty. Corporal Josephine M C Robins showcases heroic deeds within war-torn trenches through her book "Heroic Deeds of War. " The courage displayed by soldiers huddled together in cramped dugouts reminds us of their unwavering spirit. Shifting our focus from battlefields to natural wonders, we find Native American fishermen utilizing traditional techniques along Columbia River campsite or embarking on serene journeys across Lake Malawi's waters in handcrafted canoes - a testament to their deep connection with nature. From Peru's Amazonia to Panama's Chagres River, indigenous communities continue ancestral traditions using dugout canoes as vital tools for survival and transportation. These vessels carry not only people but also cultural heritage down rivers flowing through time itself. Even Ebbets Field witnessed its own transformation within its storied dugout.