P O W at Holzminden
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P O W at Holzminden
P.O.W. at Holzminden. James Whale, 7th Battalion Worcestershire Regiment. Captured (26.8.17) POW at Holzminden Camp, Germany. Whale drew charcoal portrait sketches of his fellow inmates and played bridge so successfully in high stakes games that he cashed in about Four Thousand Pounds worth of IOUs when he got back to England after the war. Repatriated (14.12.18). Date: circa 1917
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Captured Charcoal Drew Fellow Inmates Played Regiment Sketches Stakes Successfully Thousand Topographical Whale Worcestershire Worth Games Repatriated
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This evocative photograph captures the stoic gaze of James Whale, a British soldier from the 7th Battalion Worcestershire Regiment, as he sits amongst his fellow prisoners of war (POWs) at the Holzminden Camp in Germany during World War I. The image, taken circa 1917, bears the inscription "P.O.W. at Holzminden. James Whale, 7th Battalion Worcestershire Regiment. Captured (26.8.17) POW at Holzminden Camp, Germany." Despite the harsh conditions of captivity, Whale found solace in his artistic talents and began drawing charcoal portrait sketches of his fellow inmates. His skillful depictions not only provided a valuable record of his comrades but also served as a source of comfort and connection during their long confinement. Moreover, Whale's exceptional card-playing abilities in high-stakes bridge games earned him a significant profit in the form of IOUs, amassing approximately Four Thousand Pounds worth of debt before his repatriation on December 14, 1918. This photograph is an intriguing snapshot of history, offering a glimpse into the daily lives of soldiers held captive during the First World War. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of those who endured the hardships of war, and the human spirit that continued to thrive even in the most challenging circumstances.
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