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Farewell DP0044505
Church of St Laurence, East Harptree, Bath and NE Somerset. Nave south window first world war memorial. Detail of lower panels showing a soldier leaving home with wife and child waving. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 18127981
Filename: DP044505.jpg
Size: 6954 x 4464 (25.8MB)
Date: 18th September 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
Job Title: Staff Photographer
Commemoration First World War War Memorial
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This poignant print captures the essence of remembrance and sacrifice in a single frame. Taken by Peter Williams, it showcases the Farewell DP0044505 war memorial located within the Church of St Laurence in East Harptree, Bath and NE Somerset. The focus lies on the intricate details of the lower panels adorning the nave south window, which depict a heart-wrenching scene from World War I. In this moving tribute to those who fought bravely during WWI, we witness a soldier bidding farewell to his loved ones as he embarks on an uncertain journey. The lower panels beautifully portray his wife and child waving goodbye with mixed emotions - pride, love, and fear all intermingled. It is an everlasting symbol of both hope and despair that resonates with anyone familiar with wartime separations. The craftsmanship evident in this memorial is truly remarkable; every brushstroke tells a story of sacrifice and resilience. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded not only of individual sacrifices but also of collective loss endured by countless families during one of history's darkest periods. Peter Williams has masterfully captured this momentous artwork through his lens, allowing us to appreciate its significance even if we cannot physically stand before it ourselves. Through this photograph print from Historic England archives, we can pay homage to those who gave their lives for our freedom while reflecting on the enduring impact that war has had on communities worldwide.
