Football behind the lines
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Football behind the lines
In the Wings of the Theatre of War: Behind the Centre of the Fighting Line in Belgium.
A scene of much activity near the front line in Belgium. Towards the top left, a camouflaged armoured train passes by. In the fields beyond the trees horses are tethered. Along the road British infantry and French artillery units pass each other with staff cars passing between them. In the foreground three captured German prisoners are under guard. To the right of the road British soldiers play a casual game of football.
December 1914
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Armoured Artillery Behind Camouflaged Football Infantry Lines Staff Wings December
EDITORS COMMENTS
"In the Wings of the Theatre of War: Behind the Centre of the Fighting Line in Belgium, December 1914 This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite amidst the chaos and intensity of the Western Front during World War I. The scene unfolds near the Belgian border, with a camouflaged armoured train passing by in the top left corner, its presence a stark reminder of the ongoing conflict. Beyond the trees, horses are tethered in the fields, a common sight as they provided essential transportation and support for both sides. Along the road, British infantry and French artillery units exchange passes, their staff cars weaving between them as they continue their missions. The juxtaposition of the military activity with the mundane and seemingly ordinary is a poignant reminder of the surreal nature of war. In the foreground, three German prisoners are under guard, their defeat a small victory in the larger battle for control of the region. To the right of the road, a group of British soldiers play a casual game of football, their laughter and camaraderie a stark contrast to the violence and destruction that surrounds them. This photograph, taken in December 1914, offers a glimpse into the complex and multifaceted nature of the Western Front. It is a scene of much activity, of both war and peace, and serves as a powerful reminder of the human experience of conflict." Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans [Image ID: 1022783]
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