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Dover Castle wartime tunnels 1945 N880020
Filename: N880020.jpg
Size: 4142 x 4385 (5.9MB)
Date: 27th November 2009
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: English Heritage Images
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Dover Castle wartime tunnels 1945 N880020
DOVER CASTLE, Kent. The secret wartime tunnels. Interior view. The Annexe Level Underground Hospital was constructed in 1941-2 to provide a medical dressing station for casualties. It remained in service into the 1950s. RAMC surgeons at work in the operating theatre. Photographed in 1945
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Medical Military People War Time Ww 2
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This print from Historic England takes us back in time to the year 1945, during the height of World War II. The image showcases the interior view of Dover Castle's secret wartime tunnels in Kent, specifically focusing on the Annexe Level Underground Hospital. Constructed between 1941 and 1942, this underground medical dressing station played a crucial role in providing aid to casualties during the war. In this particular snapshot, we witness dedicated Royal Army Medical Corps (RAMC) surgeons hard at work inside the hospital's operating theatre. Their unwavering commitment and skill are evident as they navigate through one of humanity's darkest periods. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of their bravery and selflessness amidst chaos and destruction. The significance of this historical moment extends beyond its immediate context. It symbolizes resilience, sacrifice, and hope for a better future. As we observe these doctors diligently attending to wounded soldiers, it is impossible not to feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude for those who risked their lives to save others. Historic England Photo Library has expertly captured this powerful scene that encapsulates both the horrors and heroism witnessed during World War II. Through preserving such images, we honor those who lived through these tumultuous times while also ensuring that future generations can learn from our shared history.
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