F E Smith MP in uniform, WW1
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F E Smith MP in uniform, WW1
Frederick Edwin Smith (1872-1930), Conservative MP and lawyer, formerly Chief of the wartime Press Bureau, now in uniform. From late 1914 to 1915 he served in France as a Staff Officer with the Indian Corps. Date: September 1914
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This evocative photograph captures the image of Sir Frederick Edwin Smith, 1st Earl of Birkenhead, in his military uniform as a Staff Officer serving with the Indian Corps during the early stages of the First World War. Born in 1872, Smith was a prominent Conservative MP and lawyer, who later became the Chief of the wartime Press Bureau. In late 1914, he left his political and legal pursuits behind to answer the call to duty, serving in France until 1915. Smith's distinguished military career began in September 1914, when he was appointed to the staff of the Indian Corps. The photograph shows him standing confidently, holding a cigar between his fingers, with a determined look in his eyes. The uniform he wears, adorned with various insignia and medals, speaks volumes of his rank and dedication to the cause. During his time in the army, Smith also served as a censor, responsible for reviewing and approving military correspondence and communications to ensure the protection of sensitive information. His role as a censor was a crucial one, as the censorship of information was a vital aspect of war strategy and security. This photograph is a poignant reminder of Smith's significant contribution to the war effort, and the many ways in which politicians and professionals from various fields answered the call to duty during the Great War. The image of Smith, standing tall in his uniform, is a testament to the courage and sacrifice of those who served during this pivotal period in history.
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