British gunner with instruction board, Western Front, WW1
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British gunner with instruction board, Western Front, WW1
A British gunner under camouflage alongside a big gun, copying instructions from a board, on the Western Front in France during World War One. Date: circa 1916
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Artillery Blackboard Camouflage Chalk Chalked Copying Gunner Gunners Instruction Instructions Sergeant Weapons
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This evocative photograph captures the intense focus and determination of a British gunner as he meticulously copies instructions from a chalked board during the First World War. Dating back to circa 1916, the image finds the soldier in the midst of the Western Front in France, with a towering gun looming in the background. Clad in camouflage, the sergeant and his fellow gunners were tasked with the crucial responsibility of ensuring the accurate and timely deployment of artillery against the enemy lines. The intricate instructions chalked on the board would have been essential in coordinating the complex and intricate maneuvers required to bring the big gun to bear on the enemy. With the weight of the war on their shoulders, these brave men diligently studied the boards, their unwavering concentration a testament to their dedication and professionalism in the face of adversity. This powerful image offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life of the soldiers on the Western Front, and serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the Great War.
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