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Practice trenches 29753_018
Birchington, Kent, 2015. World War Two practice trench showing as a crop mark. TR2868. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 23775884
Filename: 29753_018.jpg
Size: 6048 x 4032 (7.8MB)
Date: 17th September 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive, Dam
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
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This print captures a haunting reminder of the past, revealing the hidden remnants of World War Two practice trenches in Birchington, Kent. Taken by talented photographer Damian Grady and preserved by Historic England, this aerial shot showcases an incredible crop mark that unveils the existence of these long-forgotten trenches. As we gaze upon this image, our minds are transported back to a time when conflict loomed over these very fields. The intricate network of trenches etched into the landscape serves as a poignant testament to the bravery and sacrifice of those who trained here for battle. The stark contrast between the lush green surroundings and the ghostly outlines of these wartime structures evokes a sense of both beauty and melancholy. It is as if nature herself has embraced these scars from history, allowing them to resurface through time as fragile reminders of our collective past. Intriguingly, this photograph invites us to ponder not only what once took place within these trenches but also how they have managed to remain concealed for so many years. Through Damian Grady's lens, we are granted access to an extraordinary archaeological discovery that sheds new light on World War Two training practices. With each passing year, memories fade away and stories become lost in time; however, thanks to photographs like this one from Historic England's collection, we can continue to honor and remember those who lived through such turbulent times.
